Weight Loss Winformation Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:04 -0400 https://podcast.weightlosswinformation.com en-us © 2026 Weight Loss Winformation yes 6c430bdb-5781-50f4-8ab8-fa053534276b Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. episodic false Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation: The Podcast, where weight loss surgery patients learn healthy coping skills for dealing with the emotional and psychological issues related to living an amazing post-op life. Learn to avoid regain and how to lose post-op regain! Hosted by Dr. Connie Stapleton, a licensed psychologist with many years of experience sharing practical skills for improving your post-op relationships: with food, with other people and most importantly, the relationship you have with yourself! Be sure to check out the entire BariAftercare program for successful post-op living at www.bariaftercare.com.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. https://storage.buzzsprout.com/3c8cg3ar91houg3ilfsuyr8lcsvw?.jpg Weight Loss Winformation https://podcast.weightlosswinformation.com Episode 289: Habits that Work for You… So They Last! Episode 289: Habits that Work for You… So They Last! We all know how important it is to ditch unhealthy habits and to establish healthy habits in order to lose weight and keep it off. Yet, the reality of doing so can be really difficult! I’m joined today by Amy Burtt, a life coach who lost a significant amount of weight herself by creating and sticking with healthy habits. She has wonderful tips to share with you that can make it easier for you to create and sustain the healthy habits you need in order to move in the direction of better health – in all areas of your life!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Amy Burtt: inspirewellness.info

o   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-burtt-941840404/

]]> We all know how important it is to ditch unhealthy habits and to establish healthy habits in order to lose weight and keep it off. Yet, the reality of doing so can be really difficult! I’m joined today by Amy Burtt, a life coach who lost a significant amount of weight herself by creating and sticking with healthy habits. She has wonderful tips to share with you that can make it easier for you to create and sustain the healthy habits you need in order to move in the direction of better health – in all areas of your life!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Amy Burtt: inspirewellness.info

o   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-burtt-941840404/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19450158 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3349 289 full false Episode 288: Your EGO is NOT Your Amigo! Episode 288: Your EGO is NOT Your Amigo! Most of us get tripped up by our own egos at times in life… we sabotage ourselves because we’re afraid to ask for help or we want our friends or co-workers to think we have it all together or we exaggerate our success just a teensy tiny bit… Some people eventually figure out… often after embarrassing themselves or falling on their face… that our EGO is NOT our Amigo. Listen in and see how your ego may be interfering in your weight loss or weight maintenance success!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Most of us get tripped up by our own egos at times in life… we sabotage ourselves because we’re afraid to ask for help or we want our friends or co-workers to think we have it all together or we exaggerate our success just a teensy tiny bit… Some people eventually figure out… often after embarrassing themselves or falling on their face… that our EGO is NOT our Amigo. Listen in and see how your ego may be interfering in your weight loss or weight maintenance success!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19450120 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3716 288 full false Episode 287: Defeating Your Cravings! Episode 287: Defeating Your Cravings! Dr. Glenn Livingston, a licensed psychologist and author of Defeat Your Cravings: The Back Door to Weight Loss joins me in this episode of Weight Loss Winformation. Dr. Livingston has extensive experience in the field of bariatrics, through his own experience with food obsession and obesity, as well as his work with thousands of patients, years of research and work as a consultant with his clients in the food industry. He and I discuss aspects of his approach with patients, agreeing on most topics and respectfully talking through those on which we have slightly different perspectives. Listen in and take in some helpful new ideas to incorporate into your process of creating a healthy lifestyle!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Defeat Your Cravings: The Back Door to Weight Loss by Glenn Livingston, PhD https://www.amazon.com/Defeat-Your-Cravings-Back-Weight/dp/B0CN3RJ5V3

·      Glenn Livingston, PhD on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drglennlivingston/

]]> Dr. Glenn Livingston, a licensed psychologist and author of Defeat Your Cravings: The Back Door to Weight Loss joins me in this episode of Weight Loss Winformation. Dr. Livingston has extensive experience in the field of bariatrics, through his own experience with food obsession and obesity, as well as his work with thousands of patients, years of research and work as a consultant with his clients in the food industry. He and I discuss aspects of his approach with patients, agreeing on most topics and respectfully talking through those on which we have slightly different perspectives. Listen in and take in some helpful new ideas to incorporate into your process of creating a healthy lifestyle!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Defeat Your Cravings: The Back Door to Weight Loss by Glenn Livingston, PhD https://www.amazon.com/Defeat-Your-Cravings-Back-Weight/dp/B0CN3RJ5V3

·      Glenn Livingston, PhD on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drglennlivingston/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19428808 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4101 287 full false Episode 286: Reward or Self-Sabotage Episode 286: Reward or Self-Sabotage A very wise woman during one of the weekly online support groups on the BariAftercare Facebook page bravely shared a story about how she had rewarded herself with highly processed, non-nutritious food after a stressful day she’d had. She then courageously acknowledged that she had engaged in self-sabotaging behavior and had called it a reward. This opened up a great conversation that I thought would be helpful to podcast listeners! So listen and learn!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Why We Self-Sabotage https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unlock-your-true-motivation/201911/why-we-self-sabotage

·      4 Signs of Self-Sabotaging Your Joy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/202601/4-signs-youre-self-sabotaging-your-joy

·      Self-Sabotage https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/self-sabotage

·      Why Do We Self-Sabotage? The Psychology Behind Destructive Habits

]]> A very wise woman during one of the weekly online support groups on the BariAftercare Facebook page bravely shared a story about how she had rewarded herself with highly processed, non-nutritious food after a stressful day she’d had. She then courageously acknowledged that she had engaged in self-sabotaging behavior and had called it a reward. This opened up a great conversation that I thought would be helpful to podcast listeners! So listen and learn!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Why We Self-Sabotage https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unlock-your-true-motivation/201911/why-we-self-sabotage

·      4 Signs of Self-Sabotaging Your Joy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/202601/4-signs-youre-self-sabotaging-your-joy

·      Self-Sabotage https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/self-sabotage

·      Why Do We Self-Sabotage? The Psychology Behind Destructive Habits

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19394256 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4106 286 full false Episode 285: Internalized Weight Stigma Episode 285: Internalized Weight Stigma I doubt anyone listening to this podcast would argue that weight stigma, also called weight bias, or more crudely known as fat shaming, is wrong. Inexcusable. Not okay – no matter what. We collectively feel outrage about fat shaming on social media, in boardrooms or in the classrooms. What then, do you think about, and how do you feel about the internalized weight stigma, weight bias, fat shaming that takes place in your own head – about yourself. This episode will get you thinking about how you likely shame yourself about having a disease … and how you may even participate in stigmatizing others who have the disease of obesity. You’ll want to listen to every bit of this episode!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Nutter S, Saunders JF, Waugh R. Current trends and future directions in internalized weight stigma research: a scoping review and synthesis of the literature. J Eat Disord. 2024 Jul 15;12(1):98. doi: 10.1186/s40337-024-01058-0. PMID: 39010124; PMCID: PMC11247756.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11247756/

·      The Stigma of Being Overweight: 7 Core Themes by Mehta, PhD https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/head-games/202303/the-stigma-of-being-overweight-7-core-themes

·      Internalized Weight Bias: Recognizing Its Impact by Melinda Watman , RN, BSN, MSN, CNM, MBA https://www.obesityaction.org/resources/internalized-weight-bias-recognizing-its-impacts/

]]> I doubt anyone listening to this podcast would argue that weight stigma, also called weight bias, or more crudely known as fat shaming, is wrong. Inexcusable. Not okay – no matter what. We collectively feel outrage about fat shaming on social media, in boardrooms or in the classrooms. What then, do you think about, and how do you feel about the internalized weight stigma, weight bias, fat shaming that takes place in your own head – about yourself. This episode will get you thinking about how you likely shame yourself about having a disease … and how you may even participate in stigmatizing others who have the disease of obesity. You’ll want to listen to every bit of this episode!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Nutter S, Saunders JF, Waugh R. Current trends and future directions in internalized weight stigma research: a scoping review and synthesis of the literature. J Eat Disord. 2024 Jul 15;12(1):98. doi: 10.1186/s40337-024-01058-0. PMID: 39010124; PMCID: PMC11247756.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11247756/

·      The Stigma of Being Overweight: 7 Core Themes by Mehta, PhD https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/head-games/202303/the-stigma-of-being-overweight-7-core-themes

·      Internalized Weight Bias: Recognizing Its Impact by Melinda Watman , RN, BSN, MSN, CNM, MBA https://www.obesityaction.org/resources/internalized-weight-bias-recognizing-its-impacts/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19359318 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3813 285 full false Episode 284: Make new friends and maybe keep the old... But for SURE make some REAL friends... Episode 284: Make new friends and maybe keep the old... But for SURE make some REAL friends... A few weeks ago I had my best friend on the podcast to talk about what our supportive relationship has looked like for over 30 years. In this episode, I talk with three woman who have more recently developed the kind of compassionate, safe, encouraging and supportive friendships that make going through the weight loss and weight maintenance journey so much more genuine, affirming, deep and so much more fun! Listen in and try to guess how long these ladies have known each other…

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> A few weeks ago I had my best friend on the podcast to talk about what our supportive relationship has looked like for over 30 years. In this episode, I talk with three woman who have more recently developed the kind of compassionate, safe, encouraging and supportive friendships that make going through the weight loss and weight maintenance journey so much more genuine, affirming, deep and so much more fun! Listen in and try to guess how long these ladies have known each other…

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19323870 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4183 284 full false Episode 283: When Life Keeps Lifing… with Weight Loss Winformation’s Caleshia Haynes Episode 283: When Life Keeps Lifing… with Weight Loss Winformation’s Caleshia Haynes One of the sayings in today’s culuture is “life be lifing.” Life isn’t easy and things come up ALL the time time that throw us off balance, add emotional stress and we often times engage in coping skills that lead us away from our healthy goals. Caleshia has had more than her share of challenges since losing a tremendous amount of weight. Yet she has learned skills to not only help her stay on track with living a healthy life, but she has also found ways to bring joy into her life when life be lifin… as it always will. Listen and find some encouragement from this wise, wise woman!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> One of the sayings in today’s culuture is “life be lifing.” Life isn’t easy and things come up ALL the time time that throw us off balance, add emotional stress and we often times engage in coping skills that lead us away from our healthy goals. Caleshia has had more than her share of challenges since losing a tremendous amount of weight. Yet she has learned skills to not only help her stay on track with living a healthy life, but she has also found ways to bring joy into her life when life be lifin… as it always will. Listen and find some encouragement from this wise, wise woman!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19285873 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4201 283 full false Episode 282: When Does It End? (and HOW?) Episode 282: When Does It End? (and HOW?) How often have you asked yourself this question: “When does it end?” I know I’ve uttered those words many a time in my life. When it comes to weight loss and weight maintenance, I’m guessing you’ve asked yourself that same question in relation to things like sliding back into old habits, telling yourself you’ll never be able to lose weight, calling yourself despicable names when you get on the scale. WHEN DOES IT END? Listen to this episode and find out!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> How often have you asked yourself this question: “When does it end?” I know I’ve uttered those words many a time in my life. When it comes to weight loss and weight maintenance, I’m guessing you’ve asked yourself that same question in relation to things like sliding back into old habits, telling yourself you’ll never be able to lose weight, calling yourself despicable names when you get on the scale. WHEN DOES IT END? Listen to this episode and find out!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19248238 Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 3884 282 full false Episode 281: This is What Healthy Support Looks Like! Episode 281: This is What Healthy Support Looks Like! You hear me talk all the time about the critical importance of having HEALTHY support as you go through the weight loss process and especially as you work to maintain weight loss! This is true when treating the disease of obesity, all other chronic diseases, and life situations like losing a job, or being a long-term caretaker for a loved one, becoming an empty nester and dealing with any stressful situation in life. It’s also great to have healthy support people in your life to celebrate joyful and successful situations! In my 37 years of recovering from the chronic disease of addiction, I have known what it is like to have healthy support! My best friend and the person I can trust to celebrate the good things in my life, talk me through and be there with me through the difficult times in life, and give me the biggest hugs and most loving kicks in the shorts when I need them joins me in this episode. Together, we’ll share what it has looked like over these 37 years to be the healthiest of healthy support people for each other! Plus we’ll share some of the most fun antics we’ve shared over time!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> You hear me talk all the time about the critical importance of having HEALTHY support as you go through the weight loss process and especially as you work to maintain weight loss! This is true when treating the disease of obesity, all other chronic diseases, and life situations like losing a job, or being a long-term caretaker for a loved one, becoming an empty nester and dealing with any stressful situation in life. It’s also great to have healthy support people in your life to celebrate joyful and successful situations! In my 37 years of recovering from the chronic disease of addiction, I have known what it is like to have healthy support! My best friend and the person I can trust to celebrate the good things in my life, talk me through and be there with me through the difficult times in life, and give me the biggest hugs and most loving kicks in the shorts when I need them joins me in this episode. Together, we’ll share what it has looked like over these 37 years to be the healthiest of healthy support people for each other! Plus we’ll share some of the most fun antics we’ve shared over time!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19191644 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4000 281 full false Episode 280: Have you signed up for Summer Camp?? Episode 280: Have you signed up for Summer Camp?? Remember back in the day… farther back from some of us than others… when you couldn’t wait to sign up for summer camps? Chances are that you are now signing your kids or grandkids up for summer camps! Well… fear not! This summer camp is for YOU – the ADULT you that wants to get in better physical condition. You can do summer camp right from your very own home and still get to participate with other campers throughout the country who are eagerly working with Rob Demedio and his Busy Bariatric Summer Camp!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Remember back in the day… farther back from some of us than others… when you couldn’t wait to sign up for summer camps? Chances are that you are now signing your kids or grandkids up for summer camps! Well… fear not! This summer camp is for YOU – the ADULT you that wants to get in better physical condition. You can do summer camp right from your very own home and still get to participate with other campers throughout the country who are eagerly working with Rob Demedio and his Busy Bariatric Summer Camp!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19168415 Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3868 280 full false Episode 279: How large is YOUR Window of Tolerance? Episode 279: How large is YOUR Window of Tolerance? Well, now… that sounds like a personal question! Wait… what even IS a window of tolerance? I’ll give you some context clues by asking some more questions: 1) How well do you respond to daily stress? 2) How do you cope with intense emotional stressors? 3) What are your coping skills related to weight loss, food triggers, maintaining consistency? Finally… what are ways we can all learn to handle life stress, emotional triggers, and all of the issues related to weight loss and weight maintenance in healtier ways? Listen and and you’re sure to learn some helpful tips!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      The Window of Tolerance and Chronic Illness by Katie Willard Virant, MSW, JD, LCSW https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/chronically-me/202503/the-window-of-tolerance-and-chronic-illness

·      Finding Your Zone by Jaimie L Lusk, Psy D, ABPP

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/threshold/202601/finding-your-zone

·      What Is the Window of Tolerance, and Why Is It So Important? By Annie Wright LMFT https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-the-whole-beautiful/202205/what-is-the-window-of-tolerance-and-why-is-it-so-important

·      Expanding the "Window of Tolerance" by Dr Esther R. Cole, CPsychol, M.A. Oxon https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifespan-psychology/202004/expanding-the-window-tolerance

]]> Well, now… that sounds like a personal question! Wait… what even IS a window of tolerance? I’ll give you some context clues by asking some more questions: 1) How well do you respond to daily stress? 2) How do you cope with intense emotional stressors? 3) What are your coping skills related to weight loss, food triggers, maintaining consistency? Finally… what are ways we can all learn to handle life stress, emotional triggers, and all of the issues related to weight loss and weight maintenance in healtier ways? Listen and and you’re sure to learn some helpful tips!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      The Window of Tolerance and Chronic Illness by Katie Willard Virant, MSW, JD, LCSW https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/chronically-me/202503/the-window-of-tolerance-and-chronic-illness

·      Finding Your Zone by Jaimie L Lusk, Psy D, ABPP

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/threshold/202601/finding-your-zone

·      What Is the Window of Tolerance, and Why Is It So Important? By Annie Wright LMFT https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-the-whole-beautiful/202205/what-is-the-window-of-tolerance-and-why-is-it-so-important

·      Expanding the "Window of Tolerance" by Dr Esther R. Cole, CPsychol, M.A. Oxon https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifespan-psychology/202004/expanding-the-window-tolerance

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19132592 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4478 279 full false Episode 278: Gynecolgy meets Weight Loss: Meet Double Board Certified Dr. Summers Episode 278: Gynecolgy meets Weight Loss: Meet Double Board Certified Dr. Summers You know that women tell their OB/GYN’s pretty much everything about their lives… almost like the doctors are their personal therapists! Dr. Summers, a board certified gynecologist joins us today. He shares that so many of his patients over the years have talked with him about their issues with weight that he went and got board certified in obesity medicine, as well!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Summers http://summersweightclinic.com/

https://www.instagram.com/the_weight_clinic

https://www.youtube.com/@theweightclinic-drsummers

]]> You know that women tell their OB/GYN’s pretty much everything about their lives… almost like the doctors are their personal therapists! Dr. Summers, a board certified gynecologist joins us today. He shares that so many of his patients over the years have talked with him about their issues with weight that he went and got board certified in obesity medicine, as well!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Summers http://summersweightclinic.com/

https://www.instagram.com/the_weight_clinic

https://www.youtube.com/@theweightclinic-drsummers

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19100955 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400 3554 278 full false Episode 277: Accountability … some more! Episode 277: Accountability … some more! Accountability is1111 one of the most important healthy adult skills we can develop! We have to develop this skill as most of us learned to react in negative ways when “confronted” with not following through with something we said we were going to do. We also shame ourselves horribly when we let ourselves down! Learning to be accountable in healthy ways… with compassion, is worth the effort. Listen in and learn how it’s done!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      The Power of Accountability in Positive Change

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/threshold/202508/the-power-of-accountability-in-positive-change

·      The Difference Between Shame and Accountability

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-is-state-mind/202102/the-difference-between-shame-and-accountability

·      How to Be Accountable to Yourself and Why It Matters

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyday-resilience/202508/how-to-be-accountable-to-yourself-and-why-it-matters

]]> Accountability is1111 one of the most important healthy adult skills we can develop! We have to develop this skill as most of us learned to react in negative ways when “confronted” with not following through with something we said we were going to do. We also shame ourselves horribly when we let ourselves down! Learning to be accountable in healthy ways… with compassion, is worth the effort. Listen in and learn how it’s done!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      The Power of Accountability in Positive Change

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/threshold/202508/the-power-of-accountability-in-positive-change

·      The Difference Between Shame and Accountability

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-is-state-mind/202102/the-difference-between-shame-and-accountability

·      How to Be Accountable to Yourself and Why It Matters

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyday-resilience/202508/how-to-be-accountable-to-yourself-and-why-it-matters

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19057195 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3621 277 full false Episode 276: Helping You Take Charge of Your Own Healing with Scott Stolarick Episode 276: Helping You Take Charge of Your Own Healing with Scott Stolarick Scott Solarick is a therapist who works with patients, many who have a history of trauma, either Big T or small t trauma, which we have talked about it prior episodes. Unresolved trauma can impact our present lives in negative ways, which could show up in the form of not following through with healthy lifestyle behaviors resulting in weight gain or regain. Scott emphasizes how important the relationship with a therapist can be in working through issues that interfere with you living your healthiest life. Scott and I had such a relaxed conversation. I know you will find him to be as engaging as I did!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Scott Stolarick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-stolarick-lcpc-cctp-298734252/

·      Scott Stolarick Mosaic Pathway Counseling https://www.mosaicpathwaycounseling.org/

]]> Scott Solarick is a therapist who works with patients, many who have a history of trauma, either Big T or small t trauma, which we have talked about it prior episodes. Unresolved trauma can impact our present lives in negative ways, which could show up in the form of not following through with healthy lifestyle behaviors resulting in weight gain or regain. Scott emphasizes how important the relationship with a therapist can be in working through issues that interfere with you living your healthiest life. Scott and I had such a relaxed conversation. I know you will find him to be as engaging as I did!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Scott Stolarick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-stolarick-lcpc-cctp-298734252/

·      Scott Stolarick Mosaic Pathway Counseling https://www.mosaicpathwaycounseling.org/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-19018428 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3388 276 full false Episode 275: Adel shares her Personal Gotta Do Ems: AKA Her Habits of the Month Episode 275: Adel shares her Personal Gotta Do Ems: AKA Her Habits of the Month Back by popular demand, Adel, a major contributor to BariAftercare… which, if you are not part of, you NEED to be! Go to www.bariaftercare.com and get involved! Adel had bariatric surgery 20 years ago. In the past three years, she has made a major positive shift in her life and is actively working to encourage others to follow suit! Listen as she shares her personal Gotta Do ‘Ems, 15 monthly habits she has incorporated into her life over the past 15 months… It just may inspire you to create your own!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Adel on Facebook.    https://www.facebook.com/adella.castanedadeboster

]]> Back by popular demand, Adel, a major contributor to BariAftercare… which, if you are not part of, you NEED to be! Go to www.bariaftercare.com and get involved! Adel had bariatric surgery 20 years ago. In the past three years, she has made a major positive shift in her life and is actively working to encourage others to follow suit! Listen as she shares her personal Gotta Do ‘Ems, 15 monthly habits she has incorporated into her life over the past 15 months… It just may inspire you to create your own!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Adel on Facebook.    https://www.facebook.com/adella.castanedadeboster

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18960486 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4242 275 full false Episode 274: Self Compassion: Self-Compassion as a Tool Toward Better Health (Physically and Emotionally) Episode 274: Self Compassion: Self-Compassion as a Tool Toward Better Health (Physically and Emotionally) Self-Compassion has been well researched and can make a big difference in how you approach your weight loss and weight maintenance process. There can be a slippery slope between self-compassion and self-pity, which we talked about a few weeks ago. Let’s dig into this critical topic. You might want a piece of paper and a pen handy as there are some great tips for your day to day life in here!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Three Components of Self-Compassion Self-Compassion: A Therapy Technique for Negative Thoughts by Cara Gardenswartz, Ph.D.

8 Simple Ways to Increase Self-Compassion by Sharon Martin, DSW, LCSW

Pity-Party or Self-Compassion? Recognizing the Difference by Teyhou Smyth, Ph.D., LMFT

Self-Compassion for Beginners By Adi Jaffe, PhD

]]> Self-Compassion has been well researched and can make a big difference in how you approach your weight loss and weight maintenance process. There can be a slippery slope between self-compassion and self-pity, which we talked about a few weeks ago. Let’s dig into this critical topic. You might want a piece of paper and a pen handy as there are some great tips for your day to day life in here!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Three Components of Self-Compassion Self-Compassion: A Therapy Technique for Negative Thoughts by Cara Gardenswartz, Ph.D.

8 Simple Ways to Increase Self-Compassion by Sharon Martin, DSW, LCSW

Pity-Party or Self-Compassion? Recognizing the Difference by Teyhou Smyth, Ph.D., LMFT

Self-Compassion for Beginners By Adi Jaffe, PhD

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18942468 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 4195 274 full false Episode 273: Eatiful! A Great Gift to the Weight Loss World by Katie Lips Episode 273: Eatiful! A Great Gift to the Weight Loss World by Katie Lips Our very special guest for this episode joins us all the way from London, England! Katie Lips is a technology leader who has combined her technical skills and her personal journey with weight loss to create Eatiful, a healthtech startup that helps people lose weight by changing how they eat, not necessarily what they eat. Katie has created an app that combines mindful, slow, and intuitive eating, with psychology, technology, and compassion to make healthy weight care achievable for everyone. Katie’s journey is an amazing example of taking a difficult chapter of life and using it to help countless others! Listen in and start using Katie’s app! Details are in the show notes! 

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Eatiful.co https://www.eatiful.co/

·      Katie Lips LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/katielips/


]]> Our very special guest for this episode joins us all the way from London, England! Katie Lips is a technology leader who has combined her technical skills and her personal journey with weight loss to create Eatiful, a healthtech startup that helps people lose weight by changing how they eat, not necessarily what they eat. Katie has created an app that combines mindful, slow, and intuitive eating, with psychology, technology, and compassion to make healthy weight care achievable for everyone. Katie’s journey is an amazing example of taking a difficult chapter of life and using it to help countless others! Listen in and start using Katie’s app! Details are in the show notes! 

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Eatiful.co https://www.eatiful.co/

·      Katie Lips LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/katielips/


]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18904269 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3381 273 full false Episode 272: It’s Not Just Baby Fat! A chat with author Edward Abramson, PhD Episode 272: It’s Not Just Baby Fat! A chat with author Edward Abramson, PhD An overweight child himself, Edward Abramson knows the path so many of you have travelled. He wrote It’s Not Just Baby Fat to help adults address weight issues with children in a way that is helpful and not harmful. I’m guessing most parents have good intentions when they try to help their kids, but we all know that some of those well-intentioned methods used in the past did NOT, in fact, help kids lose weight at all! Listen in and learn healthy ways to address weight issues with people in your life whose weight is negatively impacting their health or lifestyle.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      It’s Not Just Baby Fat by Edward Abramson https://www.amazon.com/Its-Not-Just-Baby-Fat/dp/0615420753

·      Edward Abramson, PhD https://www.linkedin.com/in/dredabramson/

]]> An overweight child himself, Edward Abramson knows the path so many of you have travelled. He wrote It’s Not Just Baby Fat to help adults address weight issues with children in a way that is helpful and not harmful. I’m guessing most parents have good intentions when they try to help their kids, but we all know that some of those well-intentioned methods used in the past did NOT, in fact, help kids lose weight at all! Listen in and learn healthy ways to address weight issues with people in your life whose weight is negatively impacting their health or lifestyle.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      It’s Not Just Baby Fat by Edward Abramson https://www.amazon.com/Its-Not-Just-Baby-Fat/dp/0615420753

·      Edward Abramson, PhD https://www.linkedin.com/in/dredabramson/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18857770 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3812 272 full false Episode 271: Enlisting a Chiropracter in Your Weight Loss Process Episode 271: Enlisting a Chiropracter in Your Weight Loss Process Dr. Michael Emmanuelo is my personal chiropractor and I love getting adjustments because they help my overall health! In this episode Michael joins me and explains the many reasons a chiropractor can be of tremendous assistance as you lose weight and your body is readjusting in so many ways. Micheal talks about weight loss as it relates to pressure on the spine and other joints in the body, how changing center of gravity, improvements in mobility, and increased exercise can all benefit through chiropractic care. Michael also had a podcast about chiropractic medicine called The Adjustment. The link is in the show notes!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Emanuelo Family Chiropractic https://www.emanuelofamilychiropractic.com/

·      Emanuela Family Chiropractic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emanuelofamilychiro/

·      The Adjustment Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0LfPPQqUOnnddu8TbUnQDT

]]> Dr. Michael Emmanuelo is my personal chiropractor and I love getting adjustments because they help my overall health! In this episode Michael joins me and explains the many reasons a chiropractor can be of tremendous assistance as you lose weight and your body is readjusting in so many ways. Micheal talks about weight loss as it relates to pressure on the spine and other joints in the body, how changing center of gravity, improvements in mobility, and increased exercise can all benefit through chiropractic care. Michael also had a podcast about chiropractic medicine called The Adjustment. The link is in the show notes!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Emanuelo Family Chiropractic https://www.emanuelofamilychiropractic.com/

·      Emanuela Family Chiropractic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emanuelofamilychiro/

·      The Adjustment Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0LfPPQqUOnnddu8TbUnQDT

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18827091 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3486 271 full false Episode 270: Bariatric surgeon Dr. Seun: It’s all about nutrition and healthy living habits! Episode 270: Bariatric surgeon Dr. Seun: It’s all about nutrition and healthy living habits! I loved talking with with Dr. Seun! Beyond being a a board-certified and fellowship-trained general, laparoscopic, and bariatric surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive weight loss bariatrtic surgeon, Dr. Sean is a man who lives what he teaches! He shares how he found himself having medical issues related to weight gain and what he has done to improve his own health! It’s always encouraging to know that the professionals who are treating us also face the realities of needing to implement great nutrition and engage in the same healthy lifestyle behaviors we do! I know you’ll enjoy listening to Dr. Seun as much I enjoyed talking with him! Be sure to check him out on YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn. All of the contact addresses are in the show notes.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seunsowemimo/

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prime.surgicare

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@primesurgicare

]]> I loved talking with with Dr. Seun! Beyond being a a board-certified and fellowship-trained general, laparoscopic, and bariatric surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive weight loss bariatrtic surgeon, Dr. Sean is a man who lives what he teaches! He shares how he found himself having medical issues related to weight gain and what he has done to improve his own health! It’s always encouraging to know that the professionals who are treating us also face the realities of needing to implement great nutrition and engage in the same healthy lifestyle behaviors we do! I know you’ll enjoy listening to Dr. Seun as much I enjoyed talking with him! Be sure to check him out on YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn. All of the contact addresses are in the show notes.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seunsowemimo/

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prime.surgicare

·      Dr. Seun Sowemimo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@primesurgicare

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18786445 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4217 270 full false Episode 269: A Positive Pity Party Episode 269: A Positive Pity Party To have a pity party or not have a pity party? That depends! If you learn how to have a HEALTHY pity party, then by all means… go for it! A (somewhat time limited) pity party can have a whole lot of benefits! An all-consuming, endless pity party is … well, miserable for the guest of honor and pretty much everyone around them! Listen in and learn why epressing all your emotions can be an amazing gift to yourself and lead to great things!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      How to Overcome Self-Pity by Michael R Edelstein, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-three-minute-therapist/202501/how-to-overcome-self-pity

·      The Benefits of Self-Pity By David Braucher, LCSW, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/contemporary-psychoanalysis-in-action/201704/the-benefits-of-self-pity

·      The Cure for Self-Pity by Jeffrey Bernstein, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/liking-the-child-you-love/202308/the-cure-for-self-pity

·      When Positive Vibes Don’t Work, a Pity Party Can. Here’s How to Vent Productively

·      https://psychcentral.com/health/who-to-invite-to-your-pity-party-guide-for-venting-productively

·      How Hosting a Pity Party Increases Productivity by Mary Jo Rapini

https://www.maryjorapini.com/single-post/how-hosting-a-pity-party-increases-productivity

]]> To have a pity party or not have a pity party? That depends! If you learn how to have a HEALTHY pity party, then by all means… go for it! A (somewhat time limited) pity party can have a whole lot of benefits! An all-consuming, endless pity party is … well, miserable for the guest of honor and pretty much everyone around them! Listen in and learn why epressing all your emotions can be an amazing gift to yourself and lead to great things!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      How to Overcome Self-Pity by Michael R Edelstein, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-three-minute-therapist/202501/how-to-overcome-self-pity

·      The Benefits of Self-Pity By David Braucher, LCSW, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/contemporary-psychoanalysis-in-action/201704/the-benefits-of-self-pity

·      The Cure for Self-Pity by Jeffrey Bernstein, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/liking-the-child-you-love/202308/the-cure-for-self-pity

·      When Positive Vibes Don’t Work, a Pity Party Can. Here’s How to Vent Productively

·      https://psychcentral.com/health/who-to-invite-to-your-pity-party-guide-for-venting-productively

·      How Hosting a Pity Party Increases Productivity by Mary Jo Rapini

https://www.maryjorapini.com/single-post/how-hosting-a-pity-party-increases-productivity

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18748885 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500 4086 269 full false Episode 268: Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies talks about Food Addiction Episode 268: Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies talks about Food Addiction I literally recommend Dr. Vera Tarman’s book, Food Junkies, second edition to everyone for whom I complete a pre-surgical evaluation. She has a 3rd edition coming out soon that will include information about food addiction and the use of GLP-1 medications. Food Junkies is a book anyone even remotely thinks they may have an addiction to food… whether it’s sugar, carbs, highly processed foods… take a listen. And here’s a little clue… if your life is being negatively impacted because of your relationship with food – regardless of your weight – think health, relationships, depression… any way food or weight is causing problems in your life… please read this book!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Tarman’s Facebook group: Sugar Free For Life Support Group: I’m Sweet Enough. https://www.facebook.com/groups/SugarFreeForLife

·      Food Junkies, Second Edition https://www.amazon.com/Food-Junkies-Recovery-Addiction/dp/1459741978

]]> I literally recommend Dr. Vera Tarman’s book, Food Junkies, second edition to everyone for whom I complete a pre-surgical evaluation. She has a 3rd edition coming out soon that will include information about food addiction and the use of GLP-1 medications. Food Junkies is a book anyone even remotely thinks they may have an addiction to food… whether it’s sugar, carbs, highly processed foods… take a listen. And here’s a little clue… if your life is being negatively impacted because of your relationship with food – regardless of your weight – think health, relationships, depression… any way food or weight is causing problems in your life… please read this book!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Tarman’s Facebook group: Sugar Free For Life Support Group: I’m Sweet Enough. https://www.facebook.com/groups/SugarFreeForLife

·      Food Junkies, Second Edition https://www.amazon.com/Food-Junkies-Recovery-Addiction/dp/1459741978

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18704235 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3919 268 full false Episode 267: Have You Tried These Therapies? Episode 267: Have You Tried These Therapies? Dr. Joelle, a doctor of nursing practice, has created an incredible program called the Empower Method,™ in which she combines functional medicine, lifestyle, medical hypnosis, energy healing techniques and emotional release to help people heal in body, mind and spirit. Dr. Joelle overcame her own struggle with weight issues and went on to learn through experience and education that healing often requires more than the use of traditional medicine. In this episode you’ll learn some of the other techniques she uses that you can use to help yourself on your adventure to becoming your best, healthiest self!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Joelle Chateauneuf https://empowerhealthandwellness.org/meet-joelle/

]]> Dr. Joelle, a doctor of nursing practice, has created an incredible program called the Empower Method,™ in which she combines functional medicine, lifestyle, medical hypnosis, energy healing techniques and emotional release to help people heal in body, mind and spirit. Dr. Joelle overcame her own struggle with weight issues and went on to learn through experience and education that healing often requires more than the use of traditional medicine. In this episode you’ll learn some of the other techniques she uses that you can use to help yourself on your adventure to becoming your best, healthiest self!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Joelle Chateauneuf https://empowerhealthandwellness.org/meet-joelle/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18660862 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4248 267 full false Episode 266: Eat Your Feelings: An Interview with Author Cristina P. Simmons Episode 266: Eat Your Feelings: An Interview with Author Cristina P. Simmons The Amazon description of Eat Your Feelings by Cristina Simmons says the book “is a story of heartbreak and restoration.” Let me tell you… that is an amazingly true description! I could not stop reading this book and had to read it straight through! I’m not going to be a spoiler, so you’ll have to read the book yourself, but I can share my interview with the truly amazing author, Cristina Simmons! Cristina’s story is about so much more than how she was eating her feelings, but the message that food will not fix your problems is abundantly clear throughout. What is also clear is how Cristina’s faith and family love, along with some healthy doses of therapy, helped Cristina and her family through some gut-wrenching life circumstances. So many lessons in the interview and in the book! Enjoy both!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Eat Your Feelings How to Devour, Digest, and Detox Pain From Your Life by Cristina P. Simmons https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Your-Feelings-Devour-Digest/dp/1967424918

]]> The Amazon description of Eat Your Feelings by Cristina Simmons says the book “is a story of heartbreak and restoration.” Let me tell you… that is an amazingly true description! I could not stop reading this book and had to read it straight through! I’m not going to be a spoiler, so you’ll have to read the book yourself, but I can share my interview with the truly amazing author, Cristina Simmons! Cristina’s story is about so much more than how she was eating her feelings, but the message that food will not fix your problems is abundantly clear throughout. What is also clear is how Cristina’s faith and family love, along with some healthy doses of therapy, helped Cristina and her family through some gut-wrenching life circumstances. So many lessons in the interview and in the book! Enjoy both!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Eat Your Feelings How to Devour, Digest, and Detox Pain From Your Life by Cristina P. Simmons https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Your-Feelings-Devour-Digest/dp/1967424918

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18622297 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3484 266 full false Episode 265: Why’s Everybody Always Picking On Me? Episode 265: Why’s Everybody Always Picking On Me? It’s pretty easy for us to recognize when someone else is behaving in a defensive manner. Seeing defensiveness in ourselves can be as difficult as figuring out where in the world Waldo is at any given time. Defensiveness helps protect us from uncomfortable truths about ourselves, but it also causes rifts in relationships. Defensive behavior most often sounds like the title of this episode: Why is everybody always picking on me? Listen in as we explore this behavior that does not serve us well as adults.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Garber, Leon. Addressing Chronic Defensiveness.

·      Levoy, Gregg. The Surprising—and Transformative—Truth About Defensiveness.

·      Miller, Rachel. Defeating Defensiveness.

·      Grant Halvorson, Heidi. Stop Being So Defensive!

·      Kim, John. How to Stop Getting Defensive About Everything.

]]> It’s pretty easy for us to recognize when someone else is behaving in a defensive manner. Seeing defensiveness in ourselves can be as difficult as figuring out where in the world Waldo is at any given time. Defensiveness helps protect us from uncomfortable truths about ourselves, but it also causes rifts in relationships. Defensive behavior most often sounds like the title of this episode: Why is everybody always picking on me? Listen in as we explore this behavior that does not serve us well as adults.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Garber, Leon. Addressing Chronic Defensiveness.

·      Levoy, Gregg. The Surprising—and Transformative—Truth About Defensiveness.

·      Miller, Rachel. Defeating Defensiveness.

·      Grant Halvorson, Heidi. Stop Being So Defensive!

·      Kim, John. How to Stop Getting Defensive About Everything.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18582022 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4479 265 full false Episode 264: Healthy Ways to Handle Trauma Responses Episode 264: Healthy Ways to Handle Trauma Responses In episode 251 of the Weight Loss Winformation Podcast I introduced the topic of Big T and Little T trauma to you and shared how the effects of trauma are long-lasting and can interfere with people’s ability to follow through with goals for weight loss (and many other things). I was asked to do a follow-up episode giving suggestions for how to deal with trauma responses when they occur in daily life… in part so that you don’t resort to the familiar but unhealthy coping skill of using food to feel better! This episode is the follow-up in which I share tools for using when your trauma responses like anxiety, anger, and defensiveness threaten to get the best of you!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      The Secret to Healing Trauma  by Michelle P. Maidenberg Ph.D.,

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/being-your-best-self/202408/the-secret-to-healing-trauma

]]> In episode 251 of the Weight Loss Winformation Podcast I introduced the topic of Big T and Little T trauma to you and shared how the effects of trauma are long-lasting and can interfere with people’s ability to follow through with goals for weight loss (and many other things). I was asked to do a follow-up episode giving suggestions for how to deal with trauma responses when they occur in daily life… in part so that you don’t resort to the familiar but unhealthy coping skill of using food to feel better! This episode is the follow-up in which I share tools for using when your trauma responses like anxiety, anger, and defensiveness threaten to get the best of you!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      The Secret to Healing Trauma  by Michelle P. Maidenberg Ph.D.,

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/being-your-best-self/202408/the-secret-to-healing-trauma

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18537768 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3989 264 full false Episode 263: The Sweet Tooth Dilemma Episode 263: The Sweet Tooth Dilemma I had the most pleasant conversation with Dr. Andrea Grayson for this podcast episode. Dr. Grayson is the author of the book The Sweet Tooth Dilemma, which I wholeheartedly recommend that you read! In the book and in our interview, Dr. Grayson talks about why sugar is so bad for us and the reasons it is so difficult for us to quit consuming it! Dr. Grayson, like so many people, learned from personal experience about being addicted to sugar. She very awesomely chose to use her experience to educate and help treat other people who struggle with the dilemma of loving sugar, knowing how bad it is for you, and wanting to stop consuming it but having a heck of a difficult time doing so! Get ready to learn from Dr. Grayson! Learn even more from her by reading The Sweet Tooth Dilemma!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      The Sweet Tooth Dilemma by Andrea Grayson

https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Tooth-Dilemma-seductive-dangerous/dp/B0C63VZSBD

]]> I had the most pleasant conversation with Dr. Andrea Grayson for this podcast episode. Dr. Grayson is the author of the book The Sweet Tooth Dilemma, which I wholeheartedly recommend that you read! In the book and in our interview, Dr. Grayson talks about why sugar is so bad for us and the reasons it is so difficult for us to quit consuming it! Dr. Grayson, like so many people, learned from personal experience about being addicted to sugar. She very awesomely chose to use her experience to educate and help treat other people who struggle with the dilemma of loving sugar, knowing how bad it is for you, and wanting to stop consuming it but having a heck of a difficult time doing so! Get ready to learn from Dr. Grayson! Learn even more from her by reading The Sweet Tooth Dilemma!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      The Sweet Tooth Dilemma by Andrea Grayson

https://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Tooth-Dilemma-seductive-dangerous/dp/B0C63VZSBD

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18504944 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3921 263 full false Episode 262: Courage in Your Weight Loss Process Episode 262: Courage in Your Weight Loss Process I’m guessing you do not give yourself enough credit when it comes to demonstrating courage in your weight loss process. The entire process, from chooseing to making changes in your lifestyle, to sharing this information with family and friends, to picking yourself after setbacks all require a tremendous amount of courage. There are other areas in the weight loss process where you might need to increase your willingness to take courageous risks... like setting healthy boundaries, asking for help, or trying new activities. In this episode, we’ll look at what courage is and how to increase it to help you throughout the weight loss process!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Courage Is a Pivotal State That Can Change Everything by Robert Wilson

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-main-ingredient/202504/courage-is-a-pivotal-state-that-can-change-everything

·      Courage Is the Key to Living Authentically

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-evans-wilson-jr

·      10 Sources of a Courageous Mindset by Shahram Heshmat, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-of-choice/202207/10-sources-of-a-courageous-mindset

·      The Guide to Being Courageous by Susanna Newsonen https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-path-to-passionate-happiness/202501/the-guide-to-being-courageous

]]> I’m guessing you do not give yourself enough credit when it comes to demonstrating courage in your weight loss process. The entire process, from chooseing to making changes in your lifestyle, to sharing this information with family and friends, to picking yourself after setbacks all require a tremendous amount of courage. There are other areas in the weight loss process where you might need to increase your willingness to take courageous risks... like setting healthy boundaries, asking for help, or trying new activities. In this episode, we’ll look at what courage is and how to increase it to help you throughout the weight loss process!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Courage Is a Pivotal State That Can Change Everything by Robert Wilson

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-main-ingredient/202504/courage-is-a-pivotal-state-that-can-change-everything

·      Courage Is the Key to Living Authentically

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-evans-wilson-jr

·      10 Sources of a Courageous Mindset by Shahram Heshmat, PhD

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-of-choice/202207/10-sources-of-a-courageous-mindset

·      The Guide to Being Courageous by Susanna Newsonen https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-path-to-passionate-happiness/202501/the-guide-to-being-courageous

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18466168 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4392 262 full false Episode 261: Just in Time for Getting Back on Track: Meet our amazing new WLS Registered Dietician, Morgan Schaack Episode 261: Just in Time for Getting Back on Track: Meet our amazing new WLS Registered Dietician, Morgan Schaack Yep! You heard it right! Weight Loss Winformation and our online bariatric community, BariAftercare now have a resident dietician, which makes ours a truly comprehensive support neighborhood! And just in time, too! The holidays may have derailed many of us … a little or perhaps… more than a little. Morgan will talk about bariatric basics, whether you’re a surgical weight loss person, are using a GLP-1 or working to lose weight another way! Let’s get right into this so you can start your new year right when it comes to living your health goals and creating a life you love living!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Yep! You heard it right! Weight Loss Winformation and our online bariatric community, BariAftercare now have a resident dietician, which makes ours a truly comprehensive support neighborhood! And just in time, too! The holidays may have derailed many of us … a little or perhaps… more than a little. Morgan will talk about bariatric basics, whether you’re a surgical weight loss person, are using a GLP-1 or working to lose weight another way! Let’s get right into this so you can start your new year right when it comes to living your health goals and creating a life you love living!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight?

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18434950 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3625 261 full false Episode 260: Thank You For the Gift Episode 260: Thank You For the Gift The Gift! A beautiful Christmas song… Alas… the song is not the topic of this episode, but the gift and the gratitude for the gift IS the topic of this episode. AND YOU are the gift! The GIFT is you! And in this episode I’m going to share some phenomenal information I heard from the mouths of pastors Andy Stanley and Steven Cuss about becoming an even better you by refraining from CATCHING the reactivity that may be floating around your family gatherings this holiday season and every future family gathering and not PASSING the reactitivy on to others! Let’s get to it… the GIFT of YOU is gonna be even better after you hear this episode if you use the information these gentleman share! And please … pass it on!

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Anticipating Christmas Part 1. Andy Stanley and Steven Cuss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9twEDdpwLZA&t=202s

]]> The Gift! A beautiful Christmas song… Alas… the song is not the topic of this episode, but the gift and the gratitude for the gift IS the topic of this episode. AND YOU are the gift! The GIFT is you! And in this episode I’m going to share some phenomenal information I heard from the mouths of pastors Andy Stanley and Steven Cuss about becoming an even better you by refraining from CATCHING the reactivity that may be floating around your family gatherings this holiday season and every future family gathering and not PASSING the reactitivy on to others! Let’s get to it… the GIFT of YOU is gonna be even better after you hear this episode if you use the information these gentleman share! And please … pass it on!

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Anticipating Christmas Part 1. Andy Stanley and Steven Cuss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9twEDdpwLZA&t=202s

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18410035 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4029 260 full false Episode 259: Visual Persuasion…taught by Dr. Angela Nastasee Carder Episode 259: Visual Persuasion…taught by Dr. Angela Nastasee Carder Visual persuasion… a very fancy term to describe a phenomena that trips us all up on practically a daily basis! Visual persuasion is especially dangerous when it comes to maintaining weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Angela Nastasee Carder, a professor of speech and communication, will explain the phenomenon of visual persuasion and help us understand how we can use our coping skills to ward off this …. I dunno… diabolical marketing scheme to do us in – in many ways! Okay – maybe that’s a bit dramatic, but listen in and learn how to recognize this marketing tool in your daily life so you can use coping skills to outsmart the smarties behind this strategy!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Visual persuasion… a very fancy term to describe a phenomena that trips us all up on practically a daily basis! Visual persuasion is especially dangerous when it comes to maintaining weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Angela Nastasee Carder, a professor of speech and communication, will explain the phenomenon of visual persuasion and help us understand how we can use our coping skills to ward off this …. I dunno… diabolical marketing scheme to do us in – in many ways! Okay – maybe that’s a bit dramatic, but listen in and learn how to recognize this marketing tool in your daily life so you can use coping skills to outsmart the smarties behind this strategy!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18369187 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3732 259 full false Episode 258: Plant Based Protein Only? Episode 258: Plant Based Protein Only? Dr. Garth Davis is a well-known and very well-respected bariatric surgeon, currently working in the great state of Texas. Gig ‘em, Aggies! Yes… I went to Texas A&M for my PhD education! Dr. Davis has authored two books for patients – the links are in the show notes. In this episode, we explore a number of topics and Dr. Davis shares the reasons a plant based diet is a great idea for anyone!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

ProteinAholic by Dr. Garth Davis

The Experts Guide to Weight Loss Surgery by Dr. Garth Davis

Dr. Garth Davis on Instagram: Garthdavismd

Dr. Garth Davis website: https://garthdavismd.com/davismethod\

]]> Dr. Garth Davis is a well-known and very well-respected bariatric surgeon, currently working in the great state of Texas. Gig ‘em, Aggies! Yes… I went to Texas A&M for my PhD education! Dr. Davis has authored two books for patients – the links are in the show notes. In this episode, we explore a number of topics and Dr. Davis shares the reasons a plant based diet is a great idea for anyone!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

ProteinAholic by Dr. Garth Davis

The Experts Guide to Weight Loss Surgery by Dr. Garth Davis

Dr. Garth Davis on Instagram: Garthdavismd

Dr. Garth Davis website: https://garthdavismd.com/davismethod\

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18329447 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 3923 258 full false Episode 257: 20 Years and the Stages of my Post-Op Life Episode 257: 20 Years and the Stages of my Post-Op Life Meet Adella! One of the most honest women on the planet – like it or not!  She is my kinda woman! Adella had gastric bypass surgery over 20 years and, like many post-ops, she has goe through several stages of… growth… or, stated differently – learning the hard way! Adella shares some of the less than healthy times she has gone through – focusing on the insights she gained and how she has applied what she has learned to creating a truly healthy life, both physically and psychologically. Listen and learn!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Adella Castaneda DeBoster https://www.facebook.com/adella.castanedadeboster

]]> Meet Adella! One of the most honest women on the planet – like it or not!  She is my kinda woman! Adella had gastric bypass surgery over 20 years and, like many post-ops, she has goe through several stages of… growth… or, stated differently – learning the hard way! Adella shares some of the less than healthy times she has gone through – focusing on the insights she gained and how she has applied what she has learned to creating a truly healthy life, both physically and psychologically. Listen and learn!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·      Adella Castaneda DeBoster https://www.facebook.com/adella.castanedadeboster

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18295116 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0500 4101 257 full false Episode 256: Dr. Jay Jorge: A Metabolic Surgeon and Obesity Specialist Extraordinaire Episode 256: Dr. Jay Jorge: A Metabolic Surgeon and Obesity Specialist Extraordinaire I’ve worked with many bariatric surgeons over the years. Some are incredible in their thinking about the disease of obesity from a whole-person perspective… others seem only interested in the surgical procedure itself. When I was recently introduced to Dr. Jorge, I knew immediately that he is a rare breed of physician in the most incredible ways. Dr. Jorge works with patients who are interested in losing weight with tools such as surgery or medications and also with patients who are not interested in either a surgical procedure or any medications. He has ALL of his patients, regardless of how they opt to lose weight, have a psychological evaluation and encourages them to follow through with therapy if it is indicated. He is interested in each of his patients as whole people, understanding that their disease of obesity intersects with all areas of their lives. Enjoy the listen!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·       Dr. Jay Jorge

]]> I’ve worked with many bariatric surgeons over the years. Some are incredible in their thinking about the disease of obesity from a whole-person perspective… others seem only interested in the surgical procedure itself. When I was recently introduced to Dr. Jorge, I knew immediately that he is a rare breed of physician in the most incredible ways. Dr. Jorge works with patients who are interested in losing weight with tools such as surgery or medications and also with patients who are not interested in either a surgical procedure or any medications. He has ALL of his patients, regardless of how they opt to lose weight, have a psychological evaluation and encourages them to follow through with therapy if it is indicated. He is interested in each of his patients as whole people, understanding that their disease of obesity intersects with all areas of their lives. Enjoy the listen!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

·      Dr. Susan Mitchell:

·      https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

·      https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

·       Dr. Jay Jorge

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18255912 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4581 256 full false Episode 255: Alone and Depressed After Weight Loss…AND I’m MARRIED! Episode 255: Alone and Depressed After Weight Loss…AND I’m MARRIED! This episode could also be called how relationships between significant others change following weight loss. This topic is linked to Episode 244 called Alone and Depressed. A podcast listener had emailed me and in the original “Alone and Depressed” episode, I used her direct quotations focusing on the many ways she felt alone and depressed. In her initital email to me, she asked about changes in people’s primary, intimate relationships that are related to weight loss. This is what I’ll talk about in today’s episode.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> This episode could also be called how relationships between significant others change following weight loss. This topic is linked to Episode 244 called Alone and Depressed. A podcast listener had emailed me and in the original “Alone and Depressed” episode, I used her direct quotations focusing on the many ways she felt alone and depressed. In her initital email to me, she asked about changes in people’s primary, intimate relationships that are related to weight loss. This is what I’ll talk about in today’s episode.

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18216174 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3949 255 full false Episode 254: Anisa Grantham, a Post-Op, a Therapist, and a Woman Known by Most in the Bariatric Community Episode 254: Anisa Grantham, a Post-Op, a Therapist, and a Woman Known by Most in the Bariatric Community To my knowledge, few therapists have worked in the bariatric community for as long as I have. Anisa Grantham IS one of those therapists! Anisa and I have a very similar background, both starting our careers as Addictions therapists. We have both brought so much of our philosophy from the 12-Step recovery world into our work in the bariatric community. In this episode, Anisa and I talk about the critical need to provide weight loss patients with the education and tools they need to navigate the real world after losing weight. Anisa is also a post-op herself, so listen in, learn from her personal story and the amazing work she does as a professional in the bariatric community, to include a support group that is open to all!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Anisa Grantham: https://anisagrantham.com/

]]> To my knowledge, few therapists have worked in the bariatric community for as long as I have. Anisa Grantham IS one of those therapists! Anisa and I have a very similar background, both starting our careers as Addictions therapists. We have both brought so much of our philosophy from the 12-Step recovery world into our work in the bariatric community. In this episode, Anisa and I talk about the critical need to provide weight loss patients with the education and tools they need to navigate the real world after losing weight. Anisa is also a post-op herself, so listen in, learn from her personal story and the amazing work she does as a professional in the bariatric community, to include a support group that is open to all!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Anisa Grantham: https://anisagrantham.com/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18176148 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3974 254 full false Episode 253: Compassion + Accountability = Healing, Weight Maintenance and Living Fully Episode 253: Compassion + Accountability = Healing, Weight Maintenance and Living Fully I hate math and numbers and all things even remotely related to such things! But boy, do I have an equation for you that could maybe cast shame on Albert Einstein’s c=mc2. Well… I honestly know nothing about that so I’m probably exaggerating. STILL… my equation, which, by the way, has no numbers in it, can help you achieve any goal you set out to accomplish in life, including the goal to lose weight and maintain that weight loss. You heard the equation in the title of this episode, but here it is again: Compassion + Accountability = Healing, Weight Maintenance and Living Fully. This may be my favorite episode thus far!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> I hate math and numbers and all things even remotely related to such things! But boy, do I have an equation for you that could maybe cast shame on Albert Einstein’s c=mc2. Well… I honestly know nothing about that so I’m probably exaggerating. STILL… my equation, which, by the way, has no numbers in it, can help you achieve any goal you set out to accomplish in life, including the goal to lose weight and maintain that weight loss. You heard the equation in the title of this episode, but here it is again: Compassion + Accountability = Healing, Weight Maintenance and Living Fully. This may be my favorite episode thus far!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18136680 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 4525 253 full false Episode 252: A Thorough Dietician Evaluation for ANYONE with Katie Chapmon, RD. Episode 252: A Thorough Dietician Evaluation for ANYONE with Katie Chapmon, RD. There is SO MUCH to know about nutrition! Where in the world do you start? In this episode, super smart Registered Dietician Katie Chapmon tells us about the basics of what goes into a nutritional evaluation. We ALL need to know about nutrition and Katie provides us with the information everyone needs to ask themselves and she makes it super simple for us! This episode is for everyone! Listen, learn and share!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Katie Chapmon, MS, RD: katiechapmon.com

]]> There is SO MUCH to know about nutrition! Where in the world do you start? In this episode, super smart Registered Dietician Katie Chapmon tells us about the basics of what goes into a nutritional evaluation. We ALL need to know about nutrition and Katie provides us with the information everyone needs to ask themselves and she makes it super simple for us! This episode is for everyone! Listen, learn and share!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Katie Chapmon, MS, RD: katiechapmon.com

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18094220 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4507 252 full false Episode 251: Big T AND Little t Trauma in Your Weight Journey Episode 251: Big T AND Little t Trauma in Your Weight Journey Many of us think we escaped life without having experienced trauma. I say, “Guess again!” because as it turns out, many – if not most people – do experience the internal pain that is trauma, related to either big T or little t traumatic events. Trauma impacts how we react to stress in life… and our reactions to stress are often what lead us directly to the things that steer us away from maintaining weight loss or refraining from alcohol/other drug use, excessive spending, or other unhealthy behaviors. That means that unrecognized and unresolved emotional damage from traumatic events may be interfering with your ability to sustain the healthy lifestyle behaviors necessary for ongoing weight loss… not to mention the ability to have healthy interpersonal relationships. You’re gonna want to hear and share today’s episode!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

When The Body Says No – book by Gabor Mate

The Myth of Normal – book by Gabor Mate

]]> Many of us think we escaped life without having experienced trauma. I say, “Guess again!” because as it turns out, many – if not most people – do experience the internal pain that is trauma, related to either big T or little t traumatic events. Trauma impacts how we react to stress in life… and our reactions to stress are often what lead us directly to the things that steer us away from maintaining weight loss or refraining from alcohol/other drug use, excessive spending, or other unhealthy behaviors. That means that unrecognized and unresolved emotional damage from traumatic events may be interfering with your ability to sustain the healthy lifestyle behaviors necessary for ongoing weight loss… not to mention the ability to have healthy interpersonal relationships. You’re gonna want to hear and share today’s episode!

The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

When The Body Says No – book by Gabor Mate

The Myth of Normal – book by Gabor Mate

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18054828 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4088 251 full false Episode 250: This Post op guy is giving back to the bariatric community in a big way! Episode 250: This Post op guy is giving back to the bariatric community in a big way! We see and hear from so many fewer males in the bariatric sommunity than we do females. Today’s guest, an incredible male post-op, teaches us all a great lesson: If what you need to help ensure your success in maintaining your weight loss isn’t available, create it! Aaron Goodman, who had bariatric surgery shortly before the COVID pandemic, took some courageous steps to get what he needed and in doing so, provided an amazing resource for others, as well! Listen in and hear what Aaron did, which was an amazing act of self-care and an avenue for others to create a supportive and encouraging path for you, too, if you choose to join him!

 The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Aaron J. Goodman: Email: attorney_aaron@yahoo.com

Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-goodman-44b41612/

]]> We see and hear from so many fewer males in the bariatric sommunity than we do females. Today’s guest, an incredible male post-op, teaches us all a great lesson: If what you need to help ensure your success in maintaining your weight loss isn’t available, create it! Aaron Goodman, who had bariatric surgery shortly before the COVID pandemic, took some courageous steps to get what he needed and in doing so, provided an amazing resource for others, as well! Listen in and hear what Aaron did, which was an amazing act of self-care and an avenue for others to create a supportive and encouraging path for you, too, if you choose to join him!

 The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Aaron J. Goodman: Email: attorney_aaron@yahoo.com

Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-goodman-44b41612/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-18018452 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400 4206 250 full false Episode 249: Ill-Prepared and/or Ill-Equipped Episode 249: Ill-Prepared and/or Ill-Equipped As you go about your life after having a surgical bariatric procedure, or while taking a GLP-1 for weight loss, you are going to encounter situations in which you are faced with stress… as in every day… you are dealing with stressful situations. You are going to be in situations requiring you to deal with conflict (do you know how to do so?). You’ll find yourself needing to set boundaries with people (are you able to do this?). You’ll find yourself reacting to triggers by engaging in unhealthy habit patterns that are well-enstablished in your brain. Have you been prepared as to how to handle these things without turning to food or another unhealthy coping mechanism? Are you equipped with the tools and skills to do so? Those are some of the things we talk about in today’s episode. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> As you go about your life after having a surgical bariatric procedure, or while taking a GLP-1 for weight loss, you are going to encounter situations in which you are faced with stress… as in every day… you are dealing with stressful situations. You are going to be in situations requiring you to deal with conflict (do you know how to do so?). You’ll find yourself needing to set boundaries with people (are you able to do this?). You’ll find yourself reacting to triggers by engaging in unhealthy habit patterns that are well-enstablished in your brain. Have you been prepared as to how to handle these things without turning to food or another unhealthy coping mechanism? Are you equipped with the tools and skills to do so? Those are some of the things we talk about in today’s episode. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17974909 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4434 249 full false Episode 248: Is a higher power part of your healing journey? Episode 248: Is a higher power part of your healing journey? Is a higher power part of your healing journey? Obesity is a disease and like recovery from many diseases, a lot of patients incorporate a spiritual component into their recovery process. In today’s episode, post-op and therapist/coach Tabitha Johnson and I talk about how having a higher power can be beneficial for some people. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Is a higher power part of your healing journey? Obesity is a disease and like recovery from many diseases, a lot of patients incorporate a spiritual component into their recovery process. In today’s episode, post-op and therapist/coach Tabitha Johnson and I talk about how having a higher power can be beneficial for some people. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17939071 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400 3811 248 full false Episode 247: Body Image… Distortion or Dysmorphia? Episode 247: Body Image… Distortion or Dysmorphia? I’ve talked about this before but today I have BariAftercare’s very own Shea Quinn joining me to discuss a common topic … a topic that is often misrepresented in the bariatric community… related to body image! Word on the street is that a lot of people who lose a significant amout of weight refer to themselves as have Body Dysmorphia. That is likely not the case as you’ll learn as you listen to the critical information people need to understand about what body dysmorphic disorder is and what it is NOT as explained in this episode. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> I’ve talked about this before but today I have BariAftercare’s very own Shea Quinn joining me to discuss a common topic … a topic that is often misrepresented in the bariatric community… related to body image! Word on the street is that a lot of people who lose a significant amout of weight refer to themselves as have Body Dysmorphia. That is likely not the case as you’ll learn as you listen to the critical information people need to understand about what body dysmorphic disorder is and what it is NOT as explained in this episode. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17896242 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4114 247 full false Episode 246: Skincare and Weight Loss with Dr. Mary Alice Mina Episode 246: Skincare and Weight Loss with Dr. Mary Alice Mina We all care about our face and how our skin looks and feels! Double board certified dermatologist, Dr. Mina, who hosts the SkinReal Podcast joins us today to talk about caring for our skin, focusing on how our skin changes through the weight loss process and as we age! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Dr. Mary Alice Mina

https://www.theskinreal.com/podcast/

https://www.atlantadermsurgery.com/about/dr-mary-alice-mina

]]> We all care about our face and how our skin looks and feels! Double board certified dermatologist, Dr. Mina, who hosts the SkinReal Podcast joins us today to talk about caring for our skin, focusing on how our skin changes through the weight loss process and as we age! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Dr. Mary Alice Mina

https://www.theskinreal.com/podcast/

https://www.atlantadermsurgery.com/about/dr-mary-alice-mina

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17857873 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2747 246 full false Episode 245: Bill Streetman, Author of Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity Episode 245: Bill Streetman, Author of Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity My friend Bill Streetman, who I have known for many years, wrote a book about his bariatric journey. The book is called Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity. Bill has been super active in the bariatric community, inspiring hundreds of people who have also been dealing with obesity. During our conversation, Bill and I talk about how weight loss is about so much more than pounds lost, but is a path to living life fully! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Bill Streetman: https://www.facebook.com/bill.streetman

Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity

]]> My friend Bill Streetman, who I have known for many years, wrote a book about his bariatric journey. The book is called Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity. Bill has been super active in the bariatric community, inspiring hundreds of people who have also been dealing with obesity. During our conversation, Bill and I talk about how weight loss is about so much more than pounds lost, but is a path to living life fully! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Bill Streetman: https://www.facebook.com/bill.streetman

Simple... not Easy!: Escaping the Prison of Obesity

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17819837 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4077 245 full false Episode 244: Alone and Depressed Episode 244: Alone and Depressed “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 244.  Today’s episode is at the direct request from a listener who emailed me because she is feeling, and I quote, “alone and depressed” following her 120-pound weight loss. She shared a lot of information that I KNOW many of you are also experiencing in your post weight-loss process. Get ready to connect with this listener! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 244.  Today’s episode is at the direct request from a listener who emailed me because she is feeling, and I quote, “alone and depressed” following her 120-pound weight loss. She shared a lot of information that I KNOW many of you are also experiencing in your post weight-loss process. Get ready to connect with this listener! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17777902 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4185 244 full false Episode 243: GLP-1’s, Part 7. Dr. Daniel Kaufman on Skin Removal Following Weight Loss Episode 243: GLP-1’s, Part 7. Dr. Daniel Kaufman on Skin Removal Following Weight Loss “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 243.  Today’s discussion with plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Kaufman isn’t directly related to GLP-1 medications. Yet significant weight loss by any means sometimes leads to body reconstruction. To that end, this episode wraps up our series on GLP-1 agonists! Much to many a person’s chagrin, when they lose a significant amount of weight in a short time, they are sometimes left with maybe a little bit – or maybe quite a bit of loose skin. Some people opt to have the skin removed surgically. That is the reason we are speaking today with Dr. Daniel Kaufman, board certified plastic surgeon who shares with us factual and fascinating medical information related to skin removal following weight loss. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Dr. Daniel Kaufman As Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 medications reshape the weight loss industry, many patients are now facing a new challenge: loose, excess skin that diet and exercise can't fix. Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Kaufman specializes in contouring solutions tailored specifically for patients who have experienced significant weight loss through medications like Ozempic. From arm lifts and tummy tucks to advanced skin tightening technologies, Dr. Kaufman offers insight into the physical and emotional journey patients undergo post-weight loss.

Instagram: drkaufmanofficial

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 243.  Today’s discussion with plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Kaufman isn’t directly related to GLP-1 medications. Yet significant weight loss by any means sometimes leads to body reconstruction. To that end, this episode wraps up our series on GLP-1 agonists! Much to many a person’s chagrin, when they lose a significant amount of weight in a short time, they are sometimes left with maybe a little bit – or maybe quite a bit of loose skin. Some people opt to have the skin removed surgically. That is the reason we are speaking today with Dr. Daniel Kaufman, board certified plastic surgeon who shares with us factual and fascinating medical information related to skin removal following weight loss. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Dr. Daniel Kaufman As Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 medications reshape the weight loss industry, many patients are now facing a new challenge: loose, excess skin that diet and exercise can't fix. Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Kaufman specializes in contouring solutions tailored specifically for patients who have experienced significant weight loss through medications like Ozempic. From arm lifts and tummy tucks to advanced skin tightening technologies, Dr. Kaufman offers insight into the physical and emotional journey patients undergo post-weight loss.

Instagram: drkaufmanofficial

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17740111 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3763 243 full false Episode 242: GLP-1’s, Part 6. How GLP-1’s “Nearly Ruined My Life!” Episode 242: GLP-1’s, Part 6. How GLP-1’s “Nearly Ruined My Life!” “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 242.  For the past several weeks we’ve been talking about the use of GLP-1 agonists as a tool for weight loss. Today we hear from a woman who has had a series of health problems she believes are directly related to her use of a GLP-1 medication. She shares her story with us to let people know to seriously consider the possible negative outcomes that can be related to using this type of medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 242.  For the past several weeks we’ve been talking about the use of GLP-1 agonists as a tool for weight loss. Today we hear from a woman who has had a series of health problems she believes are directly related to her use of a GLP-1 medication. She shares her story with us to let people know to seriously consider the possible negative outcomes that can be related to using this type of medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17702203 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3084 242 full false Episode 241: GLP-1’s, Part 5. Tabitha Johnson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on GLP-1’s and Relationships Episode 241: GLP-1’s, Part 5. Tabitha Johnson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on GLP-1’s and Relationships Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 5. Another of my favorite people in the world, Tabitha Johnson, joins me today as we talk about the use of GLP-1 medications and their impact on relationships as well as what the people in your life might want or need to know about how one person’s weight loss can affect all of their relationships! Tabitha is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has struggled with the disease of obesity in her own life. She candidly shares with you the various ways she has been treating her chronic disease, which includes the use of a GLP-1 medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Tabitha Johnson: https://www.tjohnsonmft.com/

Instagram: @therealbariboss

]]> Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 5. Another of my favorite people in the world, Tabitha Johnson, joins me today as we talk about the use of GLP-1 medications and their impact on relationships as well as what the people in your life might want or need to know about how one person’s weight loss can affect all of their relationships! Tabitha is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has struggled with the disease of obesity in her own life. She candidly shares with you the various ways she has been treating her chronic disease, which includes the use of a GLP-1 medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Tabitha Johnson: https://www.tjohnsonmft.com/

Instagram: @therealbariboss

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17664932 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400 3982 241 full false Episode 240: GLP-1’s, Part 4. MY BFFL Susie and Her Use of GLP-1 medications Episode 240: GLP-1’s, Part 4. MY BFFL Susie and Her Use of GLP-1 medications “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 240.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 3. Today I’m talking with a woman who knows me better than almost anyone on the planet. Dr. Susie Matlock-Hetzel, a fellow psychologist whom I met when we went through our PhD program together more than few decades ago… Susie comes right out on this episode and announces she was morbidly obese. A surgical procedure was not an option for Susie. When she learned about the GLP-1 medications, she knew intuitively they were the “missing piece” for her. I think you’ll really love this episode as she share a lot about what we have shared together during the past 30 years. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 240.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 3. Today I’m talking with a woman who knows me better than almost anyone on the planet. Dr. Susie Matlock-Hetzel, a fellow psychologist whom I met when we went through our PhD program together more than few decades ago… Susie comes right out on this episode and announces she was morbidly obese. A surgical procedure was not an option for Susie. When she learned about the GLP-1 medications, she knew intuitively they were the “missing piece” for her. I think you’ll really love this episode as she share a lot about what we have shared together during the past 30 years. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17622348 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3885 240 full false Episode 239: GLP-1’s, Part 3. A Conversation with Nurse Practitioner Michelle Ledford Episode 239: GLP-1’s, Part 3. A Conversation with Nurse Practitioner Michelle Ledford “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 239.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 3. Today I’m talking with Nurse Practitioner Michelle Ledford. Michelle has worked in the field of bariatric medicine for the past seven years and is certified in the treatment of obesity medicine. She works primarily with patients seeking medical management of the disease of obesity. Michelle shares her experience, knowledge and use of GLP-1 medications with patients she sees in real life every day. The information in this episode needs to be heard by anyone interested in GLP-1 medications so please… share this episode with the people in your life. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 239.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 3. Today I’m talking with Nurse Practitioner Michelle Ledford. Michelle has worked in the field of bariatric medicine for the past seven years and is certified in the treatment of obesity medicine. She works primarily with patients seeking medical management of the disease of obesity. Michelle shares her experience, knowledge and use of GLP-1 medications with patients she sees in real life every day. The information in this episode needs to be heard by anyone interested in GLP-1 medications so please… share this episode with the people in your life. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17584307 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3541 239 full false Episode 238: GLP-1’s, Part 2. A Conversation with Kellie Wilson: Bariatric Surgery with a Side of GLP-1 Episode 238: GLP-1’s, Part 2. A Conversation with Kellie Wilson: Bariatric Surgery with a Side of GLP-1 “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 238.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 2. In this episode I’m talking with Kellie Wilson, who is a favorite in the bariatric world. Kellie had bariatric surgery several years ago now and has used a GLP-1 at times. Kellie talks openly about a healthy use of GLP-1 medication and a time when she didn’t use it in the most healthy way!  The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Kellie Wilson: Instagram @bari.branded

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleevedfromtheashes

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 238.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 2. In this episode I’m talking with Kellie Wilson, who is a favorite in the bariatric world. Kellie had bariatric surgery several years ago now and has used a GLP-1 at times. Kellie talks openly about a healthy use of GLP-1 medication and a time when she didn’t use it in the most healthy way!  The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Kellie Wilson: Instagram @bari.branded

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleevedfromtheashes

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17549165 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4427 238 full false Episode 237: GLP-1’s, Part 1 with Katie Chapmon, RD Episode 237: GLP-1’s, Part 1 with Katie Chapmon, RD “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 237.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 1 with Katie Chapmon, RD. This is the first of several episodes designed to educate you about the GLP-1 medications from the perspective of professionals as well as people who are taking the medications. Katie Chapmon, who has worked for many years in the weight loss arena, explains some basic information about GLP-1 medications and her experiences working with patients who have used, or who are currently, using the medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Katie Chapmon, MS, RD: katiechapmon.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 237.  Our topic today is GLP-1’s, Part 1 with Katie Chapmon, RD. This is the first of several episodes designed to educate you about the GLP-1 medications from the perspective of professionals as well as people who are taking the medications. Katie Chapmon, who has worked for many years in the weight loss arena, explains some basic information about GLP-1 medications and her experiences working with patients who have used, or who are currently, using the medication. The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Katie Chapmon, MS, RD: katiechapmon.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17513087 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400 4223 237 full false Episode 236: Part Two of Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! Episode 236: Part Two of Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! Our topic today is Part Two of Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! In this episode, I share Jefferson Fisher’s tools from the book The Next Conversation for framing a conversation and using assertive language and boundaries to make your needs a priority so that you follow through with your healthy lifestyle goals! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More by Jefferson Fisher

Book: The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Our topic today is Part Two of Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! In this episode, I share Jefferson Fisher’s tools from the book The Next Conversation for framing a conversation and using assertive language and boundaries to make your needs a priority so that you follow through with your healthy lifestyle goals! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More by Jefferson Fisher

Book: The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17435087 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4266 236 full false Episode 235: Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! Episode 235: Door Mat No More: Here’s How It’s Done! No one wants to be a door mat… and yet, some of us have had experiences that make it extraordinarily difficult to speak up for ourselves, to say what we want, to ask for what we need or to share our thoughts and feelings with others! If I just described you, there may have been times when you have felt like a door mat… walked all over by others! No MORE! In this episode, I share tools from the book The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher that will help you get up off the floor and stand up for what you need and want! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More by Jefferson Fisher

Book: The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> No one wants to be a door mat… and yet, some of us have had experiences that make it extraordinarily difficult to speak up for ourselves, to say what we want, to ask for what we need or to share our thoughts and feelings with others! If I just described you, there may have been times when you have felt like a door mat… walked all over by others! No MORE! In this episode, I share tools from the book The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher that will help you get up off the floor and stand up for what you need and want! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More by Jefferson Fisher

Book: The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17435013 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4391 235 full false Episode 234: Are You A People Pleaser? If so, Your Healthy Lifestyle is in Jeopardy! Episode 234: Are You A People Pleaser? If so, Your Healthy Lifestyle is in Jeopardy! “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 234 and our topic today is Are you a people pleaser? If you are, or if you deal with a people pleaser in your life, you’ll want to listen to this episode. People pleasing can absolutely interfere in your plans to follow through with a healthy lifestyle that leads to a healthy weight for YOUR body! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?” 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Breaking the Habit of People-Pleasing


Improve your self-confidence and life satisfaction.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sustainable-life-satisfaction/202308/breaking-the-habit-of-people-pleasing

People-Pleasing

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/people-pleasing

Are You a People Pleaser?


How the inability to say "no" can lead to health consequences.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shrink/201210/are-you-a-people-pleaser

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 234 and our topic today is Are you a people pleaser? If you are, or if you deal with a people pleaser in your life, you’ll want to listen to this episode. People pleasing can absolutely interfere in your plans to follow through with a healthy lifestyle that leads to a healthy weight for YOUR body! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?” 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Breaking the Habit of People-Pleasing


Improve your self-confidence and life satisfaction.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sustainable-life-satisfaction/202308/breaking-the-habit-of-people-pleasing

People-Pleasing

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/people-pleasing

Are You a People Pleaser?


How the inability to say "no" can lead to health consequences.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shrink/201210/are-you-a-people-pleaser

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17401320 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0400 4649 234 full false Episode 233: Who Cares What They Think? We ALL Do! Episode 233: Who Cares What They Think? We ALL Do! “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 233 and our topic today is Who cares what other people think? Are you kidding? We ALL do – at least to some extent. Where do you fall on that caring what others think continuum? Not much at all or Way TOO Much? Listen to this episode of Weight Loss Winformation and listen to the signs that suggest people are WAY too invested in what other people think about them. If you ARE one of those people who care too much, you can also learn in this episode ways to dial back on the caring meter. Listen in and find what fits for YOU! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies


Exploring the social influence on the brain signatures of self-esteem.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-neuroscience-of-personal-growth/202412/self-esteem-is-based-on-what-others-think-about-you#:~:text=Brain%20Scans%20Reveal%20Interesting%20Insights,What%20Is%20Self%2DEsteem?

Tips to Soothe Your Worries of What Others Think of You

https://psychcentral.com/blog/mental-shifts-to-stop-caring-what-people-think-of-you#:~:text=Fear%20of%20negative%20evaluation%20is,other%20people%20think%20of%20them.

Why You Care What Others Think, and Why It’s Not a Bad Thing


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-change/202308/why-you-care-what-others-think-and-why-its-not-a-bad-thing

 

How Not to Worry About What Others Think of You

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sapient-nature/201603/how-not-worry

]]> “Welcome to Weight Loss Winformation -  I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton. This is episode 233 and our topic today is Who cares what other people think? Are you kidding? We ALL do – at least to some extent. Where do you fall on that caring what others think continuum? Not much at all or Way TOO Much? Listen to this episode of Weight Loss Winformation and listen to the signs that suggest people are WAY too invested in what other people think about them. If you ARE one of those people who care too much, you can also learn in this episode ways to dial back on the caring meter. Listen in and find what fits for YOU! The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let’s get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?”

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies


Exploring the social influence on the brain signatures of self-esteem.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-neuroscience-of-personal-growth/202412/self-esteem-is-based-on-what-others-think-about-you#:~:text=Brain%20Scans%20Reveal%20Interesting%20Insights,What%20Is%20Self%2DEsteem?

Tips to Soothe Your Worries of What Others Think of You

https://psychcentral.com/blog/mental-shifts-to-stop-caring-what-people-think-of-you#:~:text=Fear%20of%20negative%20evaluation%20is,other%20people%20think%20of%20them.

Why You Care What Others Think, and Why It’s Not a Bad Thing


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-change/202308/why-you-care-what-others-think-and-why-its-not-a-bad-thing

 

How Not to Worry About What Others Think of You

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sapient-nature/201603/how-not-worry

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17361773 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:00:00 -0400 4000 233 full false Episode 232: Why THAT NUMBER Keeps Us Captive Episode 232: Why THAT NUMBER Keeps Us Captive THAT NUMBER… the one you obsess over… the one you’ve decided your body “should” weigh… That number is the thing that distracts you from focusing on HEALTH goals, holds you back from participating more fully and more actively in life AND keeps you half crazy in the head a lot of the time! Listen to this episode and learn if YOU are THAT PERSON who keeps some arbitrary number the thing you focus on in your weight loss journey as opposed to all of the awesome ways your health has improved and all of the things you are able to do as you lose weight!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shrink/201208/why-do-you-say-you-want-to-lose-weight-but-then-dont-do-it

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> THAT NUMBER… the one you obsess over… the one you’ve decided your body “should” weigh… That number is the thing that distracts you from focusing on HEALTH goals, holds you back from participating more fully and more actively in life AND keeps you half crazy in the head a lot of the time! Listen to this episode and learn if YOU are THAT PERSON who keeps some arbitrary number the thing you focus on in your weight loss journey as opposed to all of the awesome ways your health has improved and all of the things you are able to do as you lose weight!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shrink/201208/why-do-you-say-you-want-to-lose-weight-but-then-dont-do-it

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17321344 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400 3973 232 full false Episode 231: A Healthy Weight for YOU Episode 231: A Healthy Weight for YOU Most people begin a weight loss journey to improve their health or to ward off possible health conditions, to increase their ability to participate in activities they enjoy, and to increase their odds of living longer to be with the ones they love. However, at some point, a pesky little NUMBER interferes with their health goals and they become focused on a specific number that becomes a goal… Health is not about a number. Listen in and learn more!   

Resources:

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

What doctors wish patients knew about maintaining a healthy weight By Sara Berg, Senior News Writer Ideal Weight Chart

Advantages and Limitations of the Body Mass Index (BMI) to Assess Adult Obesity

Body Mass Index Advantages and Disadvantages

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/body-mass-index-bmi

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/risk.htm

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi_dis.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/risk-factors/risk-factors.html#:~:text=1-,Health%20conditions%20and%20medications,blood%20pressure%20and%20diabetes%20medications

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-people-become-overweight#:~:text=Genetic%20influences,of%20treating%20your%20weight%20problems

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Most people begin a weight loss journey to improve their health or to ward off possible health conditions, to increase their ability to participate in activities they enjoy, and to increase their odds of living longer to be with the ones they love. However, at some point, a pesky little NUMBER interferes with their health goals and they become focused on a specific number that becomes a goal… Health is not about a number. Listen in and learn more!   

Resources:

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

What doctors wish patients knew about maintaining a healthy weight By Sara Berg, Senior News Writer Ideal Weight Chart

Advantages and Limitations of the Body Mass Index (BMI) to Assess Adult Obesity

Body Mass Index Advantages and Disadvantages

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/body-mass-index-bmi

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/risk.htm

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmi_dis.htm

https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/risk-factors/risk-factors.html#:~:text=1-,Health%20conditions%20and%20medications,blood%20pressure%20and%20diabetes%20medications

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-people-become-overweight#:~:text=Genetic%20influences,of%20treating%20your%20weight%20problems

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17282637 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400 3225 231 full false Episode 230: BariAftercare: Then and Now! Episode 230: BariAftercare: Then and Now! This is the transition episode of BariAftercare the Podcast! BariAftercare the program will still be alive and well and YOU can join for a FREE month by emailing me at Info@conniestapletonphd.com. Do that NOW! THEN listen in as I talk with Laura Preston who, along with Kelsey and our amazing group of peer mentors, has helped make the BariAftercare program what it is! In this episode, you’ll hear how we both started in the bariatric community, how we have worked in this arena for over two decades and where we are headed with BariAftercare going forward! As I mentioned, this is the transition episode. Next week, this same amazing podcast will be called Weight Loss Winformation! We are expanding to encourage everyone who struggles with weight… losing weight and  maintaining weight loss… to gain the valuable information offered in this podcast, focusing on the emotional and psychologal issues, more commonly referred to as the “head stuff” that goes along with losing weight and maintaining weight loss. So come one, come all… who are wanting to get that stubborn weight off and wanting to keep it off… creating the possibility for living a fuller life! Surgical weight loss patients, persons on GLP-1’s, those in medical weight loss programs, people using intermittent fasting or whatever means to lose weight. Living a healthy lifestyle is required to maintain weight loss and THAT requires some new skills. So listen this week, next week, and many weeks to come! Weight Loss Winformation – the Podcast! 

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This is the transition episode of BariAftercare the Podcast! BariAftercare the program will still be alive and well and YOU can join for a FREE month by emailing me at Info@conniestapletonphd.com. Do that NOW! THEN listen in as I talk with Laura Preston who, along with Kelsey and our amazing group of peer mentors, has helped make the BariAftercare program what it is! In this episode, you’ll hear how we both started in the bariatric community, how we have worked in this arena for over two decades and where we are headed with BariAftercare going forward! As I mentioned, this is the transition episode. Next week, this same amazing podcast will be called Weight Loss Winformation! We are expanding to encourage everyone who struggles with weight… losing weight and  maintaining weight loss… to gain the valuable information offered in this podcast, focusing on the emotional and psychologal issues, more commonly referred to as the “head stuff” that goes along with losing weight and maintaining weight loss. So come one, come all… who are wanting to get that stubborn weight off and wanting to keep it off… creating the possibility for living a fuller life! Surgical weight loss patients, persons on GLP-1’s, those in medical weight loss programs, people using intermittent fasting or whatever means to lose weight. Living a healthy lifestyle is required to maintain weight loss and THAT requires some new skills. So listen this week, next week, and many weeks to come! Weight Loss Winformation – the Podcast! 

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17243345 Wed, 28 May 2025 17:00:00 -0400 4409 230 full false Episode 229: Mirror, Mirror…Yep! I’m Talking to You! Episode 229: Mirror, Mirror…Yep! I’m Talking to You! Wow! is what I have to say about the great therapy tool I learned from Dr. Joan Brugman while recording this podcast! Dr. Brugman uses Mirror Therapy with her weight loss patients as a tool to help them use “fierce self-compassion” while holding themselves accountable and creating plan to incorporate healthy self-care tools in their weight loss and weight maintenance journey. I promise you I’ll be listening to this episode more than a few times. I hope you will, too! I want to remind you that after next week’s episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, the name of the podcast will change to Weight Loss Winformation as we broaden our reach to help anyone working to lose weight, whether it’s through a surgical procedure, medications, a medical weight loss program, or whatever works for them! So let your friends and family members know! If you still haven’t joined the full online BariAftercare program, go to the website and sign up! Now – let’s get started with THIS amazing episode! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

What Is Mirror Exposure Therapy? And Does It Work? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/201812/what-is-mirror-exposure-therapy-and-does-it-work

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Wow! is what I have to say about the great therapy tool I learned from Dr. Joan Brugman while recording this podcast! Dr. Brugman uses Mirror Therapy with her weight loss patients as a tool to help them use “fierce self-compassion” while holding themselves accountable and creating plan to incorporate healthy self-care tools in their weight loss and weight maintenance journey. I promise you I’ll be listening to this episode more than a few times. I hope you will, too! I want to remind you that after next week’s episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, the name of the podcast will change to Weight Loss Winformation as we broaden our reach to help anyone working to lose weight, whether it’s through a surgical procedure, medications, a medical weight loss program, or whatever works for them! So let your friends and family members know! If you still haven’t joined the full online BariAftercare program, go to the website and sign up! Now – let’s get started with THIS amazing episode! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

What Is Mirror Exposure Therapy? And Does It Work? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/201812/what-is-mirror-exposure-therapy-and-does-it-work

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17200647 Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4317 229 full false Episode 228: That Thief of Joy…Comparison Episode 228: That Thief of Joy…Comparison Theodore Roosevelt called comparison the theif of joy. And all along I thought it was the SCALE that was the theif of joy! Well… I guess it’s all in how you utilize either comparison or the scale that determines whether or not you allow it to steal your joy. Yes – pay attention to those words… whether or not you ALLOW ANYTHING to steal your joy is up to you! It’s that thinking thing again… what we choose to think about is so powerful. But in THIS episode I am talking specifically about comparison, something all humans naturally do. Listen in and gain some tips for using comparison to your benefit and listen for ways to minimize it’s negative impact in your life.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

15 Ways to Stop Self-Comparison

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-of-prime/202307/15-ways-to-stop-self-comparison

Are You a Comparison Junkie?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-freedom/201205/are-you-comparison-junkie

The 2 Faces of Social Comparison

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental-health-nerd/202409/the-2-faces-of-social-comparison

Why You Should Stop Comparing Yourself to Everybody Else

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/working-through-shame/201909/why-you-should-stop-comparing-yourself-to-everybody-else

Social Comparison Theory https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/social-comparison-theory#:~:text=Comparisons%20are%20likelier%20to%20make,more%20realistic%20and%20motivating%20comparisons.

]]> Theodore Roosevelt called comparison the theif of joy. And all along I thought it was the SCALE that was the theif of joy! Well… I guess it’s all in how you utilize either comparison or the scale that determines whether or not you allow it to steal your joy. Yes – pay attention to those words… whether or not you ALLOW ANYTHING to steal your joy is up to you! It’s that thinking thing again… what we choose to think about is so powerful. But in THIS episode I am talking specifically about comparison, something all humans naturally do. Listen in and gain some tips for using comparison to your benefit and listen for ways to minimize it’s negative impact in your life.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

15 Ways to Stop Self-Comparison

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-of-prime/202307/15-ways-to-stop-self-comparison

Are You a Comparison Junkie?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-freedom/201205/are-you-comparison-junkie

The 2 Faces of Social Comparison

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental-health-nerd/202409/the-2-faces-of-social-comparison

Why You Should Stop Comparing Yourself to Everybody Else

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/working-through-shame/201909/why-you-should-stop-comparing-yourself-to-everybody-else

Social Comparison Theory https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/social-comparison-theory#:~:text=Comparisons%20are%20likelier%20to%20make,more%20realistic%20and%20motivating%20comparisons.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17156037 Wed, 14 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400 4276 228 full false Episode 227: Easier Said Than Done…Excuse or Reality? Episode 227: Easier Said Than Done…Excuse or Reality? We’ve all said it a thousand times when it comes to following through with difficult things and/or things we don’t really want to do… We’ve said what? We’ve said, “That’s easier said than done!” And it’s true in nearly every case… because most things in life are genuinely easier to say than they are to do! Working in the field of weight weight loss, I hear the phrase, “It’s easier said than done” pretty much on a daily basis. In this episode, we’ll look at the importance of realizing when we’re using those words as an excuse. Bottom line? If we choose easy, we’re not likely to get the results we say we want! Let’s get to exploring this topic…

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> We’ve all said it a thousand times when it comes to following through with difficult things and/or things we don’t really want to do… We’ve said what? We’ve said, “That’s easier said than done!” And it’s true in nearly every case… because most things in life are genuinely easier to say than they are to do! Working in the field of weight weight loss, I hear the phrase, “It’s easier said than done” pretty much on a daily basis. In this episode, we’ll look at the importance of realizing when we’re using those words as an excuse. Bottom line? If we choose easy, we’re not likely to get the results we say we want! Let’s get to exploring this topic…

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17116393 Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3575 227 full false Episode 226: Facing the Music Together…Identifying our personal Thinking Traps Episode 226: Facing the Music Together…Identifying our personal Thinking Traps Every single one of us is guilty of using some pretty common forms of Stinkin’ Thinkin’ at times. Psychologists use fancier word to describe Stinkin’ Thinkin’… we call them Cognitive Distortions. Thinking Traps are also words to describe negative thoughts because they often leave us feeling TRAPPED on a hamster wheel of negative thoughts that spin out and result in negative feelings and ultimately result in unhealthy behaviors. I had a patient say it much more clearly… she told me, “Negative thoughts result in negative behaviors.” Enough said! Therefore, we need to become aware of the Cognitive Distortions we use most frequently and employ the skills from last week’s episode to change our thoughts and therefore change our behavior. BECAUSE… Healthy thoughts lead to Healthy Behaviors! Let’s get started and face the truth!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Cognitive Behavior Worksheets:

https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-cbt-worksheets

https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/abc-model-for-rebt

50 Common Cognitive Distortions Alice Boyes Ph.D.\


15 Types of Cognitive Distortions/Worksheet

10 Common Types of Cognitive Distortions


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.connie

]]> Every single one of us is guilty of using some pretty common forms of Stinkin’ Thinkin’ at times. Psychologists use fancier word to describe Stinkin’ Thinkin’… we call them Cognitive Distortions. Thinking Traps are also words to describe negative thoughts because they often leave us feeling TRAPPED on a hamster wheel of negative thoughts that spin out and result in negative feelings and ultimately result in unhealthy behaviors. I had a patient say it much more clearly… she told me, “Negative thoughts result in negative behaviors.” Enough said! Therefore, we need to become aware of the Cognitive Distortions we use most frequently and employ the skills from last week’s episode to change our thoughts and therefore change our behavior. BECAUSE… Healthy thoughts lead to Healthy Behaviors! Let’s get started and face the truth!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Cognitive Behavior Worksheets:

https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-cbt-worksheets

https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/abc-model-for-rebt

50 Common Cognitive Distortions Alice Boyes Ph.D.\


15 Types of Cognitive Distortions/Worksheet

10 Common Types of Cognitive Distortions


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.connie

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17070126 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3997 226 full false Episode 225: Specific Tools to Challenge and Change Stinkin’ Thinkin Episode 225: Specific Tools to Challenge and Change Stinkin’ Thinkin Did you know that we recyle something like 90% of our thoughts over and over, day after day AND that about 85% of those recycling thoughts are NEGATIVE thoughts? That’s what some research says! And I happen to believe that… even if we’re not aware of all those automatic negative thoughts on the hamster wheel of our mind. We need to change this to make room for and to create new, healthier neuropathways that keep us engaged in a non-stop loop of more neutral and positive thoughts! You’ve heard the saying… change you thinking, change your life. It's true. In this episode you will learn specific skills for challenging and changing negative thoughts using tried and true cognitive behavior tools. Let’s get going so you can get going on changing that stinkin’ thinkin’!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Cognitive Behavior Worksheets: https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-cbt-worksheets

https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/abc-model-for-rebt

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.


]]> Did you know that we recyle something like 90% of our thoughts over and over, day after day AND that about 85% of those recycling thoughts are NEGATIVE thoughts? That’s what some research says! And I happen to believe that… even if we’re not aware of all those automatic negative thoughts on the hamster wheel of our mind. We need to change this to make room for and to create new, healthier neuropathways that keep us engaged in a non-stop loop of more neutral and positive thoughts! You’ve heard the saying… change you thinking, change your life. It's true. In this episode you will learn specific skills for challenging and changing negative thoughts using tried and true cognitive behavior tools. Let’s get going so you can get going on changing that stinkin’ thinkin’!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Cognitive Behavior Worksheets: https://www.mentallyfitpro.com/c/free-therapy-worksheets/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-cbt-worksheets

https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/abc-model-for-rebt

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.


]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-17030758 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 3723 225 full false Episode 224: Develop the Skills to Overcome a Self-Defeating Attitude and Take Charge of Your Life Episode 224: Develop the Skills to Overcome a Self-Defeating Attitude and Take Charge of Your Life In this week’s episode will teach you skills for ditching self-defeating attitudes and behaviors and for overcoming a victim mentality, which we talked about last week! Learning to be more resilient when setbacks threaten to derail your progress and learning to increase your “I think I can, I think I can” attitude, or self-efficacy, will not only help you prevent emotional eating and avoid self-sabotaging eating behaviors, these skills will assist you in maintaining motivation to accomplish any goal you set for yourself in life! Let’s jump in so you can get started today using the skills of resiliency and self-efficacy to become your very best self AND maintain a healthy weight!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

If You Think You Can’t… Think Again: The Sway of Self-Efficacy

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/flourish/201002/if-you-think-you-can-t-think-again-the-sway-self-efficacy

To Thine Own Self-Efficacy Be True


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/live-in-concert/201807/thine-own-self-efficacy-be-true
 

This Is the Belief That Influences Every Decision You Make


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/motivate/202308/this-is-the-belief-that-influences-every-decision-you-make

Understanding Self-Destructive Behavior https://www.healthline.com/health/mentalhealth/self-destructive-behavior#diagnosis


Why Do I Self-Sabotage My Diet?

https://www.redmountainweightloss.com/blog/dr-kim-self-sabotage-controlling-life/?srsltid=AfmBOor-KVrZQul8CrN3LTTINVVxJQhB07kXZe8XT65hY5CiXISpp34n

The Psychological Meaning of Resilience

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/201804/the-psychological-meaning-resilience

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at ww

]]> In this week’s episode will teach you skills for ditching self-defeating attitudes and behaviors and for overcoming a victim mentality, which we talked about last week! Learning to be more resilient when setbacks threaten to derail your progress and learning to increase your “I think I can, I think I can” attitude, or self-efficacy, will not only help you prevent emotional eating and avoid self-sabotaging eating behaviors, these skills will assist you in maintaining motivation to accomplish any goal you set for yourself in life! Let’s jump in so you can get started today using the skills of resiliency and self-efficacy to become your very best self AND maintain a healthy weight!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

If You Think You Can’t… Think Again: The Sway of Self-Efficacy

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/flourish/201002/if-you-think-you-can-t-think-again-the-sway-self-efficacy

To Thine Own Self-Efficacy Be True


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/live-in-concert/201807/thine-own-self-efficacy-be-true
 

This Is the Belief That Influences Every Decision You Make


https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/motivate/202308/this-is-the-belief-that-influences-every-decision-you-make

Understanding Self-Destructive Behavior https://www.healthline.com/health/mentalhealth/self-destructive-behavior#diagnosis


Why Do I Self-Sabotage My Diet?

https://www.redmountainweightloss.com/blog/dr-kim-self-sabotage-controlling-life/?srsltid=AfmBOor-KVrZQul8CrN3LTTINVVxJQhB07kXZe8XT65hY5CiXISpp34n

The Psychological Meaning of Resilience

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/201804/the-psychological-meaning-resilience

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16987468 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4275 224 full false Episode 223: We All Do This and It Helps No One Episode 223: We All Do This and It Helps No One Now, THAT’s a vague episode title! And it’s vague on purpose! None of us want to admit to … well, our less than healthy behaviors. Yet the truth is, we all engage in behaviors we would be mortified if others were to witness. The topic of this episode describes a type of behavior and mindset I would bet every one of us has engaged in at some points in time. For a percentage of people, this becomes a way of life. Others can see it clearly, but the one entrenched in this is usually oblivious… because they are hurting. Their attitude and behaviors results in continued self-sabotage and pushing others away. Enough of the mysteriousness…. Buckle your seatbelt, open your mind and let’s take a look at this topic. If you’re honest enough to see how this describes you, there are suggestions for pivoting into a healthier, more productive way of dealing. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies 

Victim Mentality: 10 Ways to Help Clients Conquer Victimhood https://positivepsychology.com/victim-mentality/

The Agony and Ecstasy of Victimhood https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/putting-psyche-back-into-psychotherapy/202401/the-agony-and-ecstasy-of-victimhood


Victim Mentality: Definition, Causes, and Ways to Cope https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-victim-mentality-5120615


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Now, THAT’s a vague episode title! And it’s vague on purpose! None of us want to admit to … well, our less than healthy behaviors. Yet the truth is, we all engage in behaviors we would be mortified if others were to witness. The topic of this episode describes a type of behavior and mindset I would bet every one of us has engaged in at some points in time. For a percentage of people, this becomes a way of life. Others can see it clearly, but the one entrenched in this is usually oblivious… because they are hurting. Their attitude and behaviors results in continued self-sabotage and pushing others away. Enough of the mysteriousness…. Buckle your seatbelt, open your mind and let’s take a look at this topic. If you’re honest enough to see how this describes you, there are suggestions for pivoting into a healthier, more productive way of dealing. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies 

Victim Mentality: 10 Ways to Help Clients Conquer Victimhood https://positivepsychology.com/victim-mentality/

The Agony and Ecstasy of Victimhood https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/putting-psyche-back-into-psychotherapy/202401/the-agony-and-ecstasy-of-victimhood


Victim Mentality: Definition, Causes, and Ways to Cope https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-a-victim-mentality-5120615


Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16942724 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4302 223 full false Episode 222: Dr. Brugman Explains The Connection Between Your Brain and Your Behavior Episode 222: Dr. Brugman Explains The Connection Between Your Brain and Your Behavior Do you ever wonder why you do some of the things you do? And also… why you might not do other things you want to do or plan to do? If you’re human…  I’m gonna guess you have wondered those exact same things… maybe on daily basis! Our behaviors are linked to all sorts of things going on in our brains. Listen in as Dr. Joan Brugman helps us better understand the connection between our brains and our behavior!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Do you ever wonder why you do some of the things you do? And also… why you might not do other things you want to do or plan to do? If you’re human…  I’m gonna guess you have wondered those exact same things… maybe on daily basis! Our behaviors are linked to all sorts of things going on in our brains. Listen in as Dr. Joan Brugman helps us better understand the connection between our brains and our behavior!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16901947 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3514 222 full false Episode 221: Life After Weight Loss…by Whatever Means Episode 221: Life After Weight Loss…by Whatever Means There are all sorts of ways people choose to lose weight… surgical weight loss procedures, GLP 1’s, Weight Watchers, Noom, and all sorts of various diets such as the Mediteranian Diet, the KETO diet, or tragically, some version of the cabbage soup diet. Here’s the deal… no matter how a person loses weight, they all experience many of the same things after losing weight… and I’m NOT just talking about physical changes. Yes, clearly there are physical changes but there are also dietary changes, not to mention the NUMEROUS emotional, psychological and relationship changes that happen when someone loses weight. Being aware of, and maybe even prepared for, these changes is important! Listen in and be in the know!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

5 Best Weight Loss Programs to Try in 2025, According to Dietitians https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-weight-loss-programs

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> There are all sorts of ways people choose to lose weight… surgical weight loss procedures, GLP 1’s, Weight Watchers, Noom, and all sorts of various diets such as the Mediteranian Diet, the KETO diet, or tragically, some version of the cabbage soup diet. Here’s the deal… no matter how a person loses weight, they all experience many of the same things after losing weight… and I’m NOT just talking about physical changes. Yes, clearly there are physical changes but there are also dietary changes, not to mention the NUMEROUS emotional, psychological and relationship changes that happen when someone loses weight. Being aware of, and maybe even prepared for, these changes is important! Listen in and be in the know!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

5 Best Weight Loss Programs to Try in 2025, According to Dietitians https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-weight-loss-programs

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16861559 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4254 221 full false Episode 220: A Post-Op Creates a Business to Help Others Improve Their Lives Episode 220: A Post-Op Creates a Business to Help Others Improve Their Lives There’s little in life I find more inspiring than when a person takes a difficult situation and creates something amazing out of it! Rob DiMedio is one of those people! Rob, a post-op who chronicled his journey on social media, has taken his passion for health and created a business called Busy Bariatrics. Due to Rob’s passion for taking charge of his health, Busy Bariatrics has gotten VERY BUSY! If you already know Rob, you’ll love catching up with him on this episode. If you don’t know Rob, you’re in for a treat! Listen in and become one of the people inspired by this energetic post-op!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> There’s little in life I find more inspiring than when a person takes a difficult situation and creates something amazing out of it! Rob DiMedio is one of those people! Rob, a post-op who chronicled his journey on social media, has taken his passion for health and created a business called Busy Bariatrics. Due to Rob’s passion for taking charge of his health, Busy Bariatrics has gotten VERY BUSY! If you already know Rob, you’ll love catching up with him on this episode. If you don’t know Rob, you’re in for a treat! Listen in and become one of the people inspired by this energetic post-op!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16822800 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3359 220 full false Episode 219: Food – The Red Herring Episode 219: Food – The Red Herring Food… a red herring? As in… a fish? Nope!  So what does that mean… food… a red herring? You think I’m gonna tell you here, in the intro? Not a chance! But when you listen to the entire episode, you’ll learn why Dr. Anita A. Johnson, author of Eating in The Light of The Moon, wrote an entire chapter on this topic.  Also, as you listen to this episode, based almost entirely on that one chapter in Dr. Johnson’s book, I hope you will make the decision to join me for a Book Review about Eating in The Light of The Moon to be held on Sunday, March 30th at 7 PM EST on the Zoom platform. To register for this event, go to my website www.conniestapletonphd.com/books  If you are a member of the online BariAftercare community, this event is, of course, free for you! Now let’s get started on this awesome information!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: Eating In The Light Of The Moon by Anita A. Johnson

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Food… a red herring? As in… a fish? Nope!  So what does that mean… food… a red herring? You think I’m gonna tell you here, in the intro? Not a chance! But when you listen to the entire episode, you’ll learn why Dr. Anita A. Johnson, author of Eating in The Light of The Moon, wrote an entire chapter on this topic.  Also, as you listen to this episode, based almost entirely on that one chapter in Dr. Johnson’s book, I hope you will make the decision to join me for a Book Review about Eating in The Light of The Moon to be held on Sunday, March 30th at 7 PM EST on the Zoom platform. To register for this event, go to my website www.conniestapletonphd.com/books  If you are a member of the online BariAftercare community, this event is, of course, free for you! Now let’s get started on this awesome information!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: Eating In The Light Of The Moon by Anita A. Johnson

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16779571 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3534 219 full false Episode 218: The Wisdom to Know the Difference... Can Make a Big Difference in Your Post-Op Living! Episode 218: The Wisdom to Know the Difference... Can Make a Big Difference in Your Post-Op Living! You’ve heard the Serenity Prayer: Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot chance, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Turns out the founders of AA did NOT create this thinking. It originated many years BC… before the birth of Christ! The ideas used in the Serenity Prayer come from an ancient Greek Philosophy known as Stoicism. Using the tenets of this philosophy, focusing on what you CAN change in your life and NOT paying attention to the things you can’t change, is how to create the life you want. This does require that you know the difference between what you can and cannot control. Listen and learn how to better create your healthiest life after weight loss. There’s an amazing exercise at the end of the podcast that could be a game changer for you!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The Art of Letting Go: Stop Overthinking, Stop Negative Spirals, and Find Emotional Freedom by Nick Trenton.

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> You’ve heard the Serenity Prayer: Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot chance, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Turns out the founders of AA did NOT create this thinking. It originated many years BC… before the birth of Christ! The ideas used in the Serenity Prayer come from an ancient Greek Philosophy known as Stoicism. Using the tenets of this philosophy, focusing on what you CAN change in your life and NOT paying attention to the things you can’t change, is how to create the life you want. This does require that you know the difference between what you can and cannot control. Listen and learn how to better create your healthiest life after weight loss. There’s an amazing exercise at the end of the podcast that could be a game changer for you!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The Art of Letting Go: Stop Overthinking, Stop Negative Spirals, and Find Emotional Freedom by Nick Trenton.

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16742548 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0500 4407 218 full false Episode 217: Self-discovery After Surgery — Sandra’s Story Episode 217: Self-discovery After Surgery — Sandra’s Story People usually have certain expectations when they begin a weight loss experience, whether that means having a surgical intervention, taking medications or participating in a structured program. For many people, some of their expectations are met; some are not. What I find particularly interesting as people lose weight are the things they learn about themselves that they hadn’t anticipated. In this episode, I’ll be talking to Sandra about the things she has discovered about herself in the nearly two years since having bariatric surgery. I’m sure many listeners will relate to what Sandra shares! Let’s get started and be sure to leave us comments after listening! We love those!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> People usually have certain expectations when they begin a weight loss experience, whether that means having a surgical intervention, taking medications or participating in a structured program. For many people, some of their expectations are met; some are not. What I find particularly interesting as people lose weight are the things they learn about themselves that they hadn’t anticipated. In this episode, I’ll be talking to Sandra about the things she has discovered about herself in the nearly two years since having bariatric surgery. I’m sure many listeners will relate to what Sandra shares! Let’s get started and be sure to leave us comments after listening! We love those!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16697309 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500 4959 217 full false Episode 216: Why Do I Need a Psychological Evaluation to Have Bariatric Surgery? Episode 216: Why Do I Need a Psychological Evaluation to Have Bariatric Surgery? So many people considering bariatric surgery are confused as to the reason anyone would have to have a pre-surgical psychological evaluation? Why would they need to be cleared by a psychologist just to have weight loss surgery? As today’s guest host, Dr. Joan Brugman, a psychologist who, like myself, conducts many bariatric pre-surgical evaluations, explains to people, “Having bariatric surgery is not like having your tonsils taken out.” When you have your tonsils or appendix removed, you have the surgery, let your body heal, and go about your life as before. That’s not the case when a person has bariatric surgery, although far too many people going into bariatric surgery think that’s how it’s going to be. When a person has bariatric surgery, every area of their life changes … which is part of the reason we do pre-surgical evaluations. Listen in as Dr. Brugman and I share how vitally important the pre-surgical evaluation is and how it can help you prepare for long-term success following bariatric surgery.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> So many people considering bariatric surgery are confused as to the reason anyone would have to have a pre-surgical psychological evaluation? Why would they need to be cleared by a psychologist just to have weight loss surgery? As today’s guest host, Dr. Joan Brugman, a psychologist who, like myself, conducts many bariatric pre-surgical evaluations, explains to people, “Having bariatric surgery is not like having your tonsils taken out.” When you have your tonsils or appendix removed, you have the surgery, let your body heal, and go about your life as before. That’s not the case when a person has bariatric surgery, although far too many people going into bariatric surgery think that’s how it’s going to be. When a person has bariatric surgery, every area of their life changes … which is part of the reason we do pre-surgical evaluations. Listen in as Dr. Brugman and I share how vitally important the pre-surgical evaluation is and how it can help you prepare for long-term success following bariatric surgery.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16626284 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2973 216 full false Episode 215: Consider the Viewpoint: Overcome the Fear of Failure/Regain Episode 215: Consider the Viewpoint: Overcome the Fear of Failure/Regain What does the story of a young child participating in swim meets have to do with fear of failure… or fear of regain? Listen in and gain a different perspective on fear of failure. I’ll talk about how fear of regain can lead you right to that place you most want to avoid! And, of course, I’ll give you some tips on how to lead yourself away from fear of failure and fear of regain while empowering yourself to create the healthy life you said you wanted at the beginning of your weight loss journey! We have a lot to cover so let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What does the story of a young child participating in swim meets have to do with fear of failure… or fear of regain? Listen in and gain a different perspective on fear of failure. I’ll talk about how fear of regain can lead you right to that place you most want to avoid! And, of course, I’ll give you some tips on how to lead yourself away from fear of failure and fear of regain while empowering yourself to create the healthy life you said you wanted at the beginning of your weight loss journey! We have a lot to cover so let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16610827 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3588 215 full false Episode 214: Fear of Success Following Significant Weight Loss Episode 214: Fear of Success Following Significant Weight Loss Today I have three guests, all members of the BariAftercare program, joining me to talk about their fears of success following significant weight loss. Each of my guests is at a different place in their post-op journey and each is experiencing unique concerns related to their weight loss success. It’s likely that each person who experiences significant weight loss has some worries about the changes they will experience in life as they reach and maintain the lifestyle goals associated with weight loss. See if some of the concerns expressed by today’s participants are things you have thought about and let us know if you have experienced other fears about life as you successfully maintain your weight loss. Let’s get started.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Wiest, Brianna. The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery. Kindle Edition.

Why Do You Say You Want to Lose Weight But Then Don’t Do It by Sherry Pagoto, PhD

Why Do I Fear Success by Carrie Barron M.D.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Today I have three guests, all members of the BariAftercare program, joining me to talk about their fears of success following significant weight loss. Each of my guests is at a different place in their post-op journey and each is experiencing unique concerns related to their weight loss success. It’s likely that each person who experiences significant weight loss has some worries about the changes they will experience in life as they reach and maintain the lifestyle goals associated with weight loss. See if some of the concerns expressed by today’s participants are things you have thought about and let us know if you have experienced other fears about life as you successfully maintain your weight loss. Let’s get started.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Wiest, Brianna. The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery. Kindle Edition.

Why Do You Say You Want to Lose Weight But Then Don’t Do It by Sherry Pagoto, PhD

Why Do I Fear Success by Carrie Barron M.D.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16570416 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 4519 214 full false Episode 213: Improved Health and a Better Life — Your Drishtis! Preparation and Patience Required Episode 213: Improved Health and a Better Life — Your Drishtis! Preparation and Patience Required I’m introducing a funky new word to your bariatric journey tonight when I ask you to keep your DRISHTI in mind as you move through your years of creating your healthy lifestyle. You need consistent effort, ongoing preparation and a lot of patience to prevent falling back into the dreaded DIET mentality, which can suck you far, far away from your life of growth and healthy living! Let’s get started and learn -or maybe relearn some things critical to remember on this journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I’m introducing a funky new word to your bariatric journey tonight when I ask you to keep your DRISHTI in mind as you move through your years of creating your healthy lifestyle. You need consistent effort, ongoing preparation and a lot of patience to prevent falling back into the dreaded DIET mentality, which can suck you far, far away from your life of growth and healthy living! Let’s get started and learn -or maybe relearn some things critical to remember on this journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16526424 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 3236 213 full false Episode 212: Boundaries in General and with Food Pushers Specifically Episode 212: Boundaries in General and with Food Pushers Specifically Boundaries can be physical… like fences, or gates at the top or bottom of stairs to keep toddlers and pets from going up or down. Boundaries can also be emotional and are established by using communication skills. Physical and emotional boundaries are often used to keep us safe. Emotional boundaries are essential in healthy relationships. Yet many people are reluctant to set boundaries with others. It’s difficult, it can be scary and it puts one in a vulnerable position. However, learning to set boundaries is a must in healthy adult relationships and to improve our sense of personal power. Listen in and learn to set boundaries in life, especially with food pushers!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend https://www.drcloud.com/books/boundaries

The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban https://www.melissau.com/boundaries-book/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Boundaries can be physical… like fences, or gates at the top or bottom of stairs to keep toddlers and pets from going up or down. Boundaries can also be emotional and are established by using communication skills. Physical and emotional boundaries are often used to keep us safe. Emotional boundaries are essential in healthy relationships. Yet many people are reluctant to set boundaries with others. It’s difficult, it can be scary and it puts one in a vulnerable position. However, learning to set boundaries is a must in healthy adult relationships and to improve our sense of personal power. Listen in and learn to set boundaries in life, especially with food pushers!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Susan Mitchell:

https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend https://www.drcloud.com/books/boundaries

The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free by Melissa Urban https://www.melissau.com/boundaries-book/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16482400 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 4958 212 full false Episode 211: You Either Got It or You Don’t… Positive Emotional and Mental Wellness – From Then To Now Episode 211: You Either Got It or You Don’t… Positive Emotional and Mental Wellness – From Then To Now If you have lost a significant amount of weight and remain preoccupied with the scale, if you allow the scale to determine your mood, if you are overly obsessed with a goal weight, or are struggling to overcome emotional eating… OR if you said you wanted to lose weight to improve your health or to prevent health problems, or because you wanted to be able to enjoy participating in activities with those you love and to live longer doing so AND you have accomplished those things but STILL play the diet mentality games, then we need to talk about your emotional and mental wellness. You might have to find out what exactly that means first, which is one good reason to listen to this episode. You will also learn some skills for improving mental wellness that will help you move away from the pre-weight loss weight obsession and diet mentality so you are free to enjoy all the benefits that come with weight loss! Let’s jump in!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> If you have lost a significant amount of weight and remain preoccupied with the scale, if you allow the scale to determine your mood, if you are overly obsessed with a goal weight, or are struggling to overcome emotional eating… OR if you said you wanted to lose weight to improve your health or to prevent health problems, or because you wanted to be able to enjoy participating in activities with those you love and to live longer doing so AND you have accomplished those things but STILL play the diet mentality games, then we need to talk about your emotional and mental wellness. You might have to find out what exactly that means first, which is one good reason to listen to this episode. You will also learn some skills for improving mental wellness that will help you move away from the pre-weight loss weight obsession and diet mentality so you are free to enjoy all the benefits that come with weight loss! Let’s jump in!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16439813 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4550 211 full false Episode 210: The Connection Between your Relationship with Yourself and Food Episode 210: The Connection Between your Relationship with Yourself and Food I get all passionate in this episode and do quite a bit of self-disclosing. Why? Because I believe with everything that I am that improving your relationship with yourself is the ONLY way you will be able to follow through the behavioral changes that are necessary for keeping weight off long-term or for remaining free from any long-term unhealthy behavior a person has engaged in to the point it has caused problems in their life. Our actions, our words, our treatment toward ourselves and others are outward signs that clearly demonstrate to others – and ourselves, if we’re honest enough to go there, how we really feel about ourselves. That may be a painful thing to hear, but more often than not, that is a reality. The great news is that every single person listening to this podcast has the ability to improve their relationship with themselves. In turn, every other relationship you have in life, to include your relationship with food will improve. Not kidding. Listen in to learn how to start – or continue – your adventure of improving your relationship with yourself! 

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I get all passionate in this episode and do quite a bit of self-disclosing. Why? Because I believe with everything that I am that improving your relationship with yourself is the ONLY way you will be able to follow through the behavioral changes that are necessary for keeping weight off long-term or for remaining free from any long-term unhealthy behavior a person has engaged in to the point it has caused problems in their life. Our actions, our words, our treatment toward ourselves and others are outward signs that clearly demonstrate to others – and ourselves, if we’re honest enough to go there, how we really feel about ourselves. That may be a painful thing to hear, but more often than not, that is a reality. The great news is that every single person listening to this podcast has the ability to improve their relationship with themselves. In turn, every other relationship you have in life, to include your relationship with food will improve. Not kidding. Listen in to learn how to start – or continue – your adventure of improving your relationship with yourself! 

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16400454 Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4227 210 full false Episode 209: Discovering or RE-Discovering Your Relationship with Food Episode 209: Discovering or RE-Discovering Your Relationship with Food Relationships of all kinds can be complicated. And they change over time! Friendships change over time, your relationship with your spouse or partner may be good for years, and then flail, and then get better again! Your relationship with money or social media can change at different stages of life. Your relationship with food may also change over time – or perhaps you have always had a difficult, or unhealthy relationship with food. Let’s dig in and discover - or maybe RE-Discover where your relationship with food is at now and how you can IMPROVE that relationship… it CAN happen! Listen in. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Your Relationship to Food Mirrors How You Handle Life David Hanscom MD https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-another-name-for-pain/202209/your-relationship-to-food-mirrors-how-you-handle-life

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]]> Relationships of all kinds can be complicated. And they change over time! Friendships change over time, your relationship with your spouse or partner may be good for years, and then flail, and then get better again! Your relationship with money or social media can change at different stages of life. Your relationship with food may also change over time – or perhaps you have always had a difficult, or unhealthy relationship with food. Let’s dig in and discover - or maybe RE-Discover where your relationship with food is at now and how you can IMPROVE that relationship… it CAN happen! Listen in. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Your Relationship to Food Mirrors How You Handle Life David Hanscom MD https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-another-name-for-pain/202209/your-relationship-to-food-mirrors-how-you-handle-life

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16340219 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 4437 209 full false Episode 208: How Did I Get Here? Understanding Your Obesity Episode 208: How Did I Get Here? Understanding Your Obesity How did I get here? I’m guessing you didn’t grow up wanting to have the disease of obesity as part of your adult life! And if you have comorbid health issues associated with your obesity, I’m pretty certain you ask yourself the question, how DID I get here? Well, the chronic disease of obesity is a complicated one. Some of the things that lead to obesity you have had no control over… your genetics, what you were fed as a child, if you have illnesses that contribute to weight gain or if you take medications that lead to weight gain. Be compassionate with yourself about those things. And be diligent about taking personal responsibility for the things you can control – your personal health habits. In this episode we talk about the issues contributing to obesity and what you can do to limit the effects of the disease, even if you are genetically predisposed to it or come from a family where you learned really unhealthy eating behaviors! You CAN manage this dreaded disease and work toward the life you dream of living! Let’s get going!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Obesity and Overweight. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight

Obesity Risk Factors. https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/risk-factors/risk-factors.html

Physical Activity Basics https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/guidelines/index.html

Does Healthy Eating Cost More? https://extension.usu.edu/nutrition/research/does-healthy-eating-cost-more

Weight Gain Conditions: https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ss/slideshow-weight-gain-conditions

https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ss/slideshow-weight-gain-conditions

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2571048/#:~:text=The%20importance%20of%20place,significant%20ways%20to%20childhood%20obesity.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8365653/

https://academic.oup.com/bmb/article-abstract/123/1/159/3930933?redirectedFrom=fulltext#google_vignette

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6052856/#:~:text=The%20most%20common%20eating%20disorder,experiences%20a%20loss%20of%20control.

]]> How did I get here? I’m guessing you didn’t grow up wanting to have the disease of obesity as part of your adult life! And if you have comorbid health issues associated with your obesity, I’m pretty certain you ask yourself the question, how DID I get here? Well, the chronic disease of obesity is a complicated one. Some of the things that lead to obesity you have had no control over… your genetics, what you were fed as a child, if you have illnesses that contribute to weight gain or if you take medications that lead to weight gain. Be compassionate with yourself about those things. And be diligent about taking personal responsibility for the things you can control – your personal health habits. In this episode we talk about the issues contributing to obesity and what you can do to limit the effects of the disease, even if you are genetically predisposed to it or come from a family where you learned really unhealthy eating behaviors! You CAN manage this dreaded disease and work toward the life you dream of living! Let’s get going!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

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Obesity and Overweight. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight

Obesity Risk Factors. https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/risk-factors/risk-factors.html

Physical Activity Basics https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/guidelines/index.html

Does Healthy Eating Cost More? https://extension.usu.edu/nutrition/research/does-healthy-eating-cost-more

Weight Gain Conditions: https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ss/slideshow-weight-gain-conditions

https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ss/slideshow-weight-gain-conditions

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2571048/#:~:text=The%20importance%20of%20place,significant%20ways%20to%20childhood%20obesity.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8365653/

https://academic.oup.com/bmb/article-abstract/123/1/159/3930933?redirectedFrom=fulltext#google_vignette

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6052856/#:~:text=The%20most%20common%20eating%20disorder,experiences%20a%20loss%20of%20control.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16337889 Wed, 25 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4334 208 full false Episode 207: A BariAftercare Year in Review with Laura Preston! Episode 207: A BariAftercare Year in Review with Laura Preston! It’s always an honor and a privilege to have Laura Preston on the podcast with me because Laura IS, in many ways, BariAftercare! She is an organizer extraordinaire, has an understanding of the bariatric community that is unmatched, and has a passion for aftercare as deep as my own. In this episode, we talk about the many ways we, along with our other BariAftercare mentors, as well as members of the BariAftercare community, have steered BariAftercare to assist post-ops with accountability, focus, education, encouragement and maybe even a bit of entertainment! We also share some helpful new tools we are adding to the daily schedule that will help you wake up with a good, healthy start to the day, content to help you make wise decisions throughout the day, and a wind-down to help you get a good night’s rest. All day every day, BariAftercare is available to help you live your healthiest life, to include your weight loss adventure. But remember, with BariAftercare, we go beyond bariatrics! We also have a great introductory offer for people ready to join the full online BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> It’s always an honor and a privilege to have Laura Preston on the podcast with me because Laura IS, in many ways, BariAftercare! She is an organizer extraordinaire, has an understanding of the bariatric community that is unmatched, and has a passion for aftercare as deep as my own. In this episode, we talk about the many ways we, along with our other BariAftercare mentors, as well as members of the BariAftercare community, have steered BariAftercare to assist post-ops with accountability, focus, education, encouragement and maybe even a bit of entertainment! We also share some helpful new tools we are adding to the daily schedule that will help you wake up with a good, healthy start to the day, content to help you make wise decisions throughout the day, and a wind-down to help you get a good night’s rest. All day every day, BariAftercare is available to help you live your healthiest life, to include your weight loss adventure. But remember, with BariAftercare, we go beyond bariatrics! We also have a great introductory offer for people ready to join the full online BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16298885 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 5043 207 full false Episode 206: Scott’s Bariatric Journey Plays Out on National TV Episode 206: Scott’s Bariatric Journey Plays Out on National TV Scott Bagwill, an active member of the full online BariAftercare program, is today’s guest on BariAftercare, the Podcast! Scott had bariatric surgery almost one year ago and has lost an extraordinary amount of weight. He has also been one of this season’s new “Best Friends” on the TLC network show, 1000 Pound Best Friends. Today you’ll get to know more about Scott, his childhood, his weight ups and downs, and how he found himself as part of the 1000 Pound Best Friends cast. Listen in and be ready to get inspired to follow a dream of yours by listening to Scott share his dream of fulfilling a promise he made to his father prior to his father’s death. Also think about how you can, as Scott is doing, share with others your courage, your strength and the joy obtained by working hard to create a life of your choosing!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Scott Bagwill Instagram: @scott_1kbestfriends

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Scott Bagwill, an active member of the full online BariAftercare program, is today’s guest on BariAftercare, the Podcast! Scott had bariatric surgery almost one year ago and has lost an extraordinary amount of weight. He has also been one of this season’s new “Best Friends” on the TLC network show, 1000 Pound Best Friends. Today you’ll get to know more about Scott, his childhood, his weight ups and downs, and how he found himself as part of the 1000 Pound Best Friends cast. Listen in and be ready to get inspired to follow a dream of yours by listening to Scott share his dream of fulfilling a promise he made to his father prior to his father’s death. Also think about how you can, as Scott is doing, share with others your courage, your strength and the joy obtained by working hard to create a life of your choosing!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Scott Bagwill Instagram: @scott_1kbestfriends

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16262920 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3990 206 full false Episode 205: Alcohol: The Facts with Special Guest, Dr. Susan Mitchell Episode 205: Alcohol: The Facts with Special Guest, Dr. Susan Mitchell Alcohol… a substance consumed by most people, to include those who are having or have had a surgical bariatric procedure or may be on GLP-1 medications. In this episode, Dr. Susan Mitchell, a PhD educated bariatric-specific registered dietician joins me in talking about how the consumption of alcohol affects those who have had bariatric surgery. I talk about information specifically related to the use of alcohol for those who are taking GLP-1 medications, as well. It’s critical to understand how having bariatric surgery and/or taking GLP 1-s interacts with alcohol so that you can make wise choices if you opt to drink. Listen in and learn lots from the great information contained in this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Alcohol… a substance consumed by most people, to include those who are having or have had a surgical bariatric procedure or may be on GLP-1 medications. In this episode, Dr. Susan Mitchell, a PhD educated bariatric-specific registered dietician joins me in talking about how the consumption of alcohol affects those who have had bariatric surgery. I talk about information specifically related to the use of alcohol for those who are taking GLP-1 medications, as well. It’s critical to understand how having bariatric surgery and/or taking GLP 1-s interacts with alcohol so that you can make wise choices if you opt to drink. Listen in and learn lots from the great information contained in this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16224766 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0500 5094 205 full false Episode 204: Sanjay Gupta’s Summary about GLP-1s Episode 204: Sanjay Gupta’s Summary about GLP-1s Last week I took you for a stroll down the Memory Lane of fad diets over the past century and ended up at what is clearly NOT a fad in the world of weight loss: the GLP-1 medications. In this episode I share most of what Dr. Sanjay Gupta and the people he interviewed about the GLP-1’s said about these medications that are now, and I quote, “the biggest class of drugs in the developed world.” Dr. Gupta recently did an interview with the hosts of a local, and syndicated Altanta-based morning radio show a few days prior to his year-long investigative report on GLP-1’s which aired on CNN. The information in the documentary answers a lot of common questions people have about the medications and the ramifications of taking them. Listen in and get reliable information about the GLP-1 medications from the well-respected Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Sanjay Gupta on The Bert Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcGtV8STzPM

You can watch Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Is Ozempic Right for You? on CNN.com, CNN connected TV, and mobile apps if you are a pay TV subscriber. It will also be available on demand on these platforms, as well as on Cable Operator Platforms, beginning Monday November 18.  You can also stream past editions of Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports on demand on Max.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Last week I took you for a stroll down the Memory Lane of fad diets over the past century and ended up at what is clearly NOT a fad in the world of weight loss: the GLP-1 medications. In this episode I share most of what Dr. Sanjay Gupta and the people he interviewed about the GLP-1’s said about these medications that are now, and I quote, “the biggest class of drugs in the developed world.” Dr. Gupta recently did an interview with the hosts of a local, and syndicated Altanta-based morning radio show a few days prior to his year-long investigative report on GLP-1’s which aired on CNN. The information in the documentary answers a lot of common questions people have about the medications and the ramifications of taking them. Listen in and get reliable information about the GLP-1 medications from the well-respected Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Sanjay Gupta on The Bert Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcGtV8STzPM

You can watch Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Is Ozempic Right for You? on CNN.com, CNN connected TV, and mobile apps if you are a pay TV subscriber. It will also be available on demand on these platforms, as well as on Cable Operator Platforms, beginning Monday November 18.  You can also stream past editions of Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports on demand on Max.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16191397 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 4143 204 full false Episode 203: GLP’s for Weight Loss. The Be All and End All? Episode 203: GLP’s for Weight Loss. The Be All and End All? GLP’s have taken the world by storm and are being used for weight loss by people who medically qualify for them and by people who well… found a way to get them, whether they formally “qualify” for them or not. Weight loss methods date back … probably as far as time… In this episode, I highlight some of the more popular ways people have used to lose weight over the past century. THEN I talk about the GLP’s and more importantly, what is common to each and every type of weight loss when it comes to weight maintenance.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

12 fad diets and weight loss trends from the '60s and '70s

https://www.metv.com/lists/12-fad-diets-and-weight-loss-trends-from-the-60s-and-70s

Taste's nutritionist rates the worst fad diets from the 70s and 80s

https://www.taste.com.au/food-news/our-nutritionist-rates-worst-fad-diets-70s-80s/5a2qkc5y

 Episode 203: (for 11/13/24) GLP’s for Weight Loss. The Be All and End All?

https://vimeo.com/1030136922/99bf2c9c9f

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> GLP’s have taken the world by storm and are being used for weight loss by people who medically qualify for them and by people who well… found a way to get them, whether they formally “qualify” for them or not. Weight loss methods date back … probably as far as time… In this episode, I highlight some of the more popular ways people have used to lose weight over the past century. THEN I talk about the GLP’s and more importantly, what is common to each and every type of weight loss when it comes to weight maintenance.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

12 fad diets and weight loss trends from the '60s and '70s

https://www.metv.com/lists/12-fad-diets-and-weight-loss-trends-from-the-60s-and-70s

Taste's nutritionist rates the worst fad diets from the 70s and 80s

https://www.taste.com.au/food-news/our-nutritionist-rates-worst-fad-diets-70s-80s/5a2qkc5y

 Episode 203: (for 11/13/24) GLP’s for Weight Loss. The Be All and End All?

https://vimeo.com/1030136922/99bf2c9c9f

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16142935 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:00:00 -0500 3784 203 full false Episode 202: Romantic Relationships and Dating after Significant Weight Loss Episode 202: Romantic Relationships and Dating after Significant Weight Loss It’s definitely not only your body that changes following significant weight loss! In fact, most areas of your life are affected when you lose weight. Think about it… in addition to improvements in physical health, people who lose weight get out and participate in more of what life has to offer. They become more engaged in community activities, travel on trains, planes, and…a lot of cruise ships, attend concerts and go to amusement parks. Their relationships often change as well. This includes friendships, relationships with co-workers, immediate and extended family members, and often… with romantic partners. Reasons for changes in romantic relationships following weight loss are varied and will be discussed in this episode, along with how dating after weight loss is different than dating prior to weight loss. Be sure to listen to the anecdote about a post-op who decided to have a minimum of 50 first dates! Let’s get going!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Navigating Relationship Changes After Bariatric Surgery https://www.stvincentcharity.com/radiant/posts/navigating-relationship-changes-after-bariatric-surgery

Bariatric Surgery Linked to Doubling Chance of Marriage or Divorce https://www.stvincentcharity.com/radiant/posts/navigating-relationship-changes-after-bariatric-surgery

Dating After Bariatric Surgery: 6 Discoveries

https://discover.hubpages.com/relationships/Dsting-After-Bariatric-Surgery-Things-Will-Be-Different

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> It’s definitely not only your body that changes following significant weight loss! In fact, most areas of your life are affected when you lose weight. Think about it… in addition to improvements in physical health, people who lose weight get out and participate in more of what life has to offer. They become more engaged in community activities, travel on trains, planes, and…a lot of cruise ships, attend concerts and go to amusement parks. Their relationships often change as well. This includes friendships, relationships with co-workers, immediate and extended family members, and often… with romantic partners. Reasons for changes in romantic relationships following weight loss are varied and will be discussed in this episode, along with how dating after weight loss is different than dating prior to weight loss. Be sure to listen to the anecdote about a post-op who decided to have a minimum of 50 first dates! Let’s get going!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Navigating Relationship Changes After Bariatric Surgery https://www.stvincentcharity.com/radiant/posts/navigating-relationship-changes-after-bariatric-surgery

Bariatric Surgery Linked to Doubling Chance of Marriage or Divorce https://www.stvincentcharity.com/radiant/posts/navigating-relationship-changes-after-bariatric-surgery

Dating After Bariatric Surgery: 6 Discoveries

https://discover.hubpages.com/relationships/Dsting-After-Bariatric-Surgery-Things-Will-Be-Different

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16100215 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 4346 202 full false Episode 201: Developmental Stages of Life and Your Relationship with Food Episode 201: Developmental Stages of Life and Your Relationship with Food In today’s episode, I’m talking about we start developing our relationship with food during our first days of life! By the time we’re three years old, our belief in our ability to trust ourselves has already begun. Trusting ourselves with food is an issue many people struggle with in their adult lives … do I really trust myself to make healthy choices most of the time? Do I trust myself to stop eating when I am satisfied? Do I trust myself to stick to my grocery list when I go to the store? Do I trust myself enough to have trigger foods in my house? Each stage of our development is critical in determining how we act as adults, not just with food but in our relationships with others and how we feel about ourselves. Today I’ll explain one prominent theory about social and emotional development and of course, will tie it all back into our relationship with food! Let’s go! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

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Erikson’s Theory of Psychosocial Development

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]]> In today’s episode, I’m talking about we start developing our relationship with food during our first days of life! By the time we’re three years old, our belief in our ability to trust ourselves has already begun. Trusting ourselves with food is an issue many people struggle with in their adult lives … do I really trust myself to make healthy choices most of the time? Do I trust myself to stop eating when I am satisfied? Do I trust myself to stick to my grocery list when I go to the store? Do I trust myself enough to have trigger foods in my house? Each stage of our development is critical in determining how we act as adults, not just with food but in our relationships with others and how we feel about ourselves. Today I’ll explain one prominent theory about social and emotional development and of course, will tie it all back into our relationship with food! Let’s go! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Erikson’s Theory of Psychosocial Development

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16062683 Wed, 06 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0500 3929 201 full false Episode 200: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating: A Detailed Description, Part 2 Episode 200: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating: A Detailed Description, Part 2 In today’s 200th episode, I pick up where we left off last week and clearly define and describe the remaining 8 principles of Intuitive Eating as outlined in the book Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach, 4th edition, by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. Last week I spent a lot of time on the first two principles in great detail as they lay the foundation for the remaining principles. There is a lot of great information in this book and as I have said, I like the theory of Intuitive Eating and for those who have not had a surgical procedure to treat their obesity and for people who don’t have a complicated mess of a relationship with food … however few in number they may be…  intuitive eating is a great way to have a healthy relationship with food! Listen in… take what you like – and leave the rest! Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea) 

Intuitive Eating, 4th Edition: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In today’s 200th episode, I pick up where we left off last week and clearly define and describe the remaining 8 principles of Intuitive Eating as outlined in the book Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach, 4th edition, by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. Last week I spent a lot of time on the first two principles in great detail as they lay the foundation for the remaining principles. There is a lot of great information in this book and as I have said, I like the theory of Intuitive Eating and for those who have not had a surgical procedure to treat their obesity and for people who don’t have a complicated mess of a relationship with food … however few in number they may be…  intuitive eating is a great way to have a healthy relationship with food! Listen in… take what you like – and leave the rest! Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea) 

Intuitive Eating, 4th Edition: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-16018791 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 4474 200 full false Episode 199: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating: A Detailed Description, Part 1 Episode 199: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating: A Detailed Description, Part 1 Last week I had a fun discussion with Shea Quinn, the newest peer mentor for the full BariAftercare online program. Shea and I discussed intuitive eating and how this eating theory fits, or may not fit, persons who have had a surgical procedure to treat the disease of obesity. I got questions from listeners after the podcast dropped, asking what, exactly, intuitive eating means. Oops – apparently we forgot to clearly define intuitive eating! Because intuitive eating is a prominent topic for those who have been chronic dieters, I decided it would be a good idea to clearly define and describe the principles of Intuitive Eating as outlined in the book Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach, 4th edition, by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. In this episode I’ll highlight the first two principles of Intuitive Eating described by the authors. This information is relevant to anyone who has hopped on and off the dieting bandwagon for years or maybe even decades! So share it with those you know who fit this description! Let’s get started and next week, I’ll review the remaining principles of intuitive eating.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea) 

Intuitive Eating, 4th Edition: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Last week I had a fun discussion with Shea Quinn, the newest peer mentor for the full BariAftercare online program. Shea and I discussed intuitive eating and how this eating theory fits, or may not fit, persons who have had a surgical procedure to treat the disease of obesity. I got questions from listeners after the podcast dropped, asking what, exactly, intuitive eating means. Oops – apparently we forgot to clearly define intuitive eating! Because intuitive eating is a prominent topic for those who have been chronic dieters, I decided it would be a good idea to clearly define and describe the principles of Intuitive Eating as outlined in the book Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach, 4th edition, by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch. In this episode I’ll highlight the first two principles of Intuitive Eating described by the authors. This information is relevant to anyone who has hopped on and off the dieting bandwagon for years or maybe even decades! So share it with those you know who fit this description! Let’s get started and next week, I’ll review the remaining principles of intuitive eating.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea) 

Intuitive Eating, 4th Edition: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15976837 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 4150 199 full false Episode 198: Intuitive Eating — Yay or Nay? A Conversation with Shea Quinn Episode 198: Intuitive Eating — Yay or Nay? A Conversation with Shea Quinn Intuitive Eating… sounds, well… intuitive, instinctive, automatic. And it is! When we’re infants, anyway…. We are built to eat when we’re hungry and to stop eating when we are physically satisfied. By the time we’re adults, intuitive eating has been interfered with in a whole lot of unnatural ways. We don’t just eat when we’re physically hungry… we eat because someone brought treats to the office and the treats are just there… to be eaten, whether we’re hungry or not! We eat – or don’t eat – based on the messages we got at home, which had nothing to do with whether or not we were hungry or physically satisfied … “Eat everything on your plate,” or “Do you really need to have a second helping of that?” And many of us eat in response to unpleasant emotions in an attempt to avoid feeling something we do not want to feel. And emotional eating has nothing to do with physical hunger. Re-learning to eat intuitively is a great goal… and a very lofty one if you’ve struggled with the disease of obesity, have a history of yo-yo dieting, are an emotional eater, have an addiction to food or certain food groups. Listen to the reasons Intuitive Eating is great in theory and very much worth working toward… and listen also to the reasons it may not be your first goal after having bariatric surgery. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea)

Instagram (@growwithshea)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Intuitive Eating… sounds, well… intuitive, instinctive, automatic. And it is! When we’re infants, anyway…. We are built to eat when we’re hungry and to stop eating when we are physically satisfied. By the time we’re adults, intuitive eating has been interfered with in a whole lot of unnatural ways. We don’t just eat when we’re physically hungry… we eat because someone brought treats to the office and the treats are just there… to be eaten, whether we’re hungry or not! We eat – or don’t eat – based on the messages we got at home, which had nothing to do with whether or not we were hungry or physically satisfied … “Eat everything on your plate,” or “Do you really need to have a second helping of that?” And many of us eat in response to unpleasant emotions in an attempt to avoid feeling something we do not want to feel. And emotional eating has nothing to do with physical hunger. Re-learning to eat intuitively is a great goal… and a very lofty one if you’ve struggled with the disease of obesity, have a history of yo-yo dieting, are an emotional eater, have an addiction to food or certain food groups. Listen to the reasons Intuitive Eating is great in theory and very much worth working toward… and listen also to the reasons it may not be your first goal after having bariatric surgery. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Shea Quinn: www.growwithsheaquinn.com

TikTok (@growwithshea)

Instagram (@growwithshea)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15939815 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0400 4172 198 full false Episode 197: Fertility, PCOS and YOUR Bariatric Journey Episode 197: Fertility, PCOS and YOUR Bariatric Journey Did you know that approximately 20% of women suffer with PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome? It affects women of all sizes and shapes and races. For those who also suffer from obesity, having PCOS makes it very difficult to lose weight without intervention. Fertility can also be affected by PCOS and obesity. In this episode, Kate Fuss, an extraordinarily talented PA in the field of bariatrics, interview a renowned Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility physician, Dr. Carter Owen, about the complex and interrelated issues of PCOS, fertility, insulin resistance and  myriad of issues associated with these struggles. Listen in and learn about how these medical complications are related to obesity, weight loss and fertility. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Carter Owen (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@drcarterowen?_t=8qHKZ6mUftb&_r=1

Dr. Carter Owen (website): https://www.ccrmivf.com/northernvirginia/carter-owen-md/

Kate Fuss: Banana Bariatrics (online bariatric support community):  https://bananabariatrics.com/

Instagram: @banana.bariatrics
Facebook: Bariatric Weight Loss Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bariatricweightlosssurgery
Schedule an appointment at Beltline Health: https://beltlinehealth.com/
Phone: (470) 419-4380

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Did you know that approximately 20% of women suffer with PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome? It affects women of all sizes and shapes and races. For those who also suffer from obesity, having PCOS makes it very difficult to lose weight without intervention. Fertility can also be affected by PCOS and obesity. In this episode, Kate Fuss, an extraordinarily talented PA in the field of bariatrics, interview a renowned Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility physician, Dr. Carter Owen, about the complex and interrelated issues of PCOS, fertility, insulin resistance and  myriad of issues associated with these struggles. Listen in and learn about how these medical complications are related to obesity, weight loss and fertility. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Dr. Carter Owen (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@drcarterowen?_t=8qHKZ6mUftb&_r=1

Dr. Carter Owen (website): https://www.ccrmivf.com/northernvirginia/carter-owen-md/

Kate Fuss: Banana Bariatrics (online bariatric support community):  https://bananabariatrics.com/

Instagram: @banana.bariatrics
Facebook: Bariatric Weight Loss Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bariatricweightlosssurgery
Schedule an appointment at Beltline Health: https://beltlinehealth.com/
Phone: (470) 419-4380

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15898331 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 4447 197 full false Episode 196: A Big Word That’ll Bring You Big Results — INDIVIDUATION Episode 196: A Big Word That’ll Bring You Big Results — INDIVIDUATION Individu – WHAT? Yeah… it’s a big, fancy psychological word… individuation. But it’s a word worth knowing and a process well worth going through! Why, you ask? Because individuated people know a lot of things: they know who they are, what their purpose is, what they want, how they feel, what they think, and what they are willing to do and what they are not willing to do… WITHOUT WORRYING what others will think of them. And THAT means, if you are willing to work toward being an individuated person, you’ll do things like set healthy boundaries with yourself and other around food, you will follow commitments you make to yourself to exercise, you will decide what people are healthy for you to be with, and you will avoid emotional eating and addictive behavior. AND there’s MORE! Listen in and learn what it means to individuate, how to do so, and how this will help you in your bariatric journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Living the Truth: Transform Your Life Through the Power of Insight and Honesty

The Individuation Process: A Beginner’s Guide to Jungian Psychology by Scott Jeffrey

How to Be Your True Self

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Individu – WHAT? Yeah… it’s a big, fancy psychological word… individuation. But it’s a word worth knowing and a process well worth going through! Why, you ask? Because individuated people know a lot of things: they know who they are, what their purpose is, what they want, how they feel, what they think, and what they are willing to do and what they are not willing to do… WITHOUT WORRYING what others will think of them. And THAT means, if you are willing to work toward being an individuated person, you’ll do things like set healthy boundaries with yourself and other around food, you will follow commitments you make to yourself to exercise, you will decide what people are healthy for you to be with, and you will avoid emotional eating and addictive behavior. AND there’s MORE! Listen in and learn what it means to individuate, how to do so, and how this will help you in your bariatric journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Living the Truth: Transform Your Life Through the Power of Insight and Honesty

The Individuation Process: A Beginner’s Guide to Jungian Psychology by Scott Jeffrey

How to Be Your True Self

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15853977 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4270 196 full false Episode 195: Calling all FOODIES — Meet Jared Gleaton, Author of A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well Episode 195: Calling all FOODIES — Meet Jared Gleaton, Author of A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well I saw something on Instagram that caught my eye and am I ever glad it did! The reason is that whatever it was (and I honestly don’t remember what it was that I saw) led to this great interview with Jared Gleaton! Jared is a man who knows what it is like to absolutely love food and how food interacts with every one of our senses! He also knows what it is like to carry excess weight. Jared lost 175 pounds in a year’s time and has maintained that weight loss for several years. Get this! Jared maintains a healthy weight and continues to enjoy every kind of food. He knows the art of savoring food. Jared finds immense pleasure in the tastes and textures of food. And Jared knows the importance of developing a healthy lifestyle that INCLUDES enjoying the exquisite pleasure of food. Listen in and learn how YOU can do the same!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Jared Gleaton (author) - A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well  https://a.co/d/8cgopNG

Jared Gleaton Instagram: (@jaredgleatoneats)

Jared Gleaton YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ZlEd1k1710Jzk0XZNXAzQ

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I saw something on Instagram that caught my eye and am I ever glad it did! The reason is that whatever it was (and I honestly don’t remember what it was that I saw) led to this great interview with Jared Gleaton! Jared is a man who knows what it is like to absolutely love food and how food interacts with every one of our senses! He also knows what it is like to carry excess weight. Jared lost 175 pounds in a year’s time and has maintained that weight loss for several years. Get this! Jared maintains a healthy weight and continues to enjoy every kind of food. He knows the art of savoring food. Jared finds immense pleasure in the tastes and textures of food. And Jared knows the importance of developing a healthy lifestyle that INCLUDES enjoying the exquisite pleasure of food. Listen in and learn how YOU can do the same!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Jared Gleaton (author) - A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well  https://a.co/d/8cgopNG

Jared Gleaton Instagram: (@jaredgleatoneats)

Jared Gleaton YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ZlEd1k1710Jzk0XZNXAzQ

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15814354 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 3654 195 full false Episode 194: Katie Chapmon, RD is back with — Your Gut Biome, Part 2! Episode 194: Katie Chapmon, RD is back with — Your Gut Biome, Part 2! She’s back with us! Katie Chapmon, who helped me – and hopefully you – better understand some very important information about our gut biome is here with more great information! People had questions after listening to the first episode on the gut biome and wanted more information! Katie enthusiastically shares, in this episode, more fascinating education about how our gut biome interacts with hormones, how insulin resistance and the gut biome intersect, and how medications (to include antacids) change the gut biome in ways that affect our system and our health! And there’s more! So much more! Take a listen. I hope this conversation will get your wheels turning like it has mine… and leave me wanting even more information about this powerful biological ecosystem: our gut biome!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Katie Chapmon, RD: https://www.katiechapmon.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> She’s back with us! Katie Chapmon, who helped me – and hopefully you – better understand some very important information about our gut biome is here with more great information! People had questions after listening to the first episode on the gut biome and wanted more information! Katie enthusiastically shares, in this episode, more fascinating education about how our gut biome interacts with hormones, how insulin resistance and the gut biome intersect, and how medications (to include antacids) change the gut biome in ways that affect our system and our health! And there’s more! So much more! Take a listen. I hope this conversation will get your wheels turning like it has mine… and leave me wanting even more information about this powerful biological ecosystem: our gut biome!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Katie Chapmon, RD: https://www.katiechapmon.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15772121 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3889 194 full false Episode 193: The Doom Loop of Irresponsibility Episode 193: The Doom Loop of Irresponsibility Anyone with a chronic disease knows that a host of factors have collided to result in their having that disease. Obesity being a classic example. Addiction, hypertension and heart disease being others. In many cases, there is a genetic predisposition for a disease and factors in the environment along with personal choices lead to the disease taking root in our lives and causing us problems! While we are not responsible for the genetics that predisposed us to a particular disease, we are 100% responsible for managing our disease… or not! We impact, to a large part, the impact the disease will have on our lives. As one of my heroes, Andy Stanley says… and I paraphrase… when we are irresponsible in our lives, the consequences of our irresponsibility eventually become the Responsibility of others… most often, the people we love… and that’s usually not a good thing! Let’s talk about how to continue to take responsibility for all of the important things in our lives!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Andy Stanley: The RESPONSIBLES:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiCIbBOdPHs (Part 1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-dlZOkPA_o&t=285s (Part 2)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O1ZUJNSQ-g (Part 3)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfjEC6GIeU0 (Part 4)

]]> Anyone with a chronic disease knows that a host of factors have collided to result in their having that disease. Obesity being a classic example. Addiction, hypertension and heart disease being others. In many cases, there is a genetic predisposition for a disease and factors in the environment along with personal choices lead to the disease taking root in our lives and causing us problems! While we are not responsible for the genetics that predisposed us to a particular disease, we are 100% responsible for managing our disease… or not! We impact, to a large part, the impact the disease will have on our lives. As one of my heroes, Andy Stanley says… and I paraphrase… when we are irresponsible in our lives, the consequences of our irresponsibility eventually become the Responsibility of others… most often, the people we love… and that’s usually not a good thing! Let’s talk about how to continue to take responsibility for all of the important things in our lives!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Andy Stanley: The RESPONSIBLES:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiCIbBOdPHs (Part 1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-dlZOkPA_o&t=285s (Part 2)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O1ZUJNSQ-g (Part 3)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfjEC6GIeU0 (Part 4)

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15731818 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3668 193 full false Episode 192: Do What, Now? Episode 192: Do What, Now? In life, when we make changes there are often things we gain and things we lose. A new job may mean the loss of some free time or the loss of a previous job you really liked. The new job also brings gains: perhaps an increase in salary, additional education about your profession, and hey – maybe even a new wardrobe! Bariatric surgery most certainly brings losses and gains into your life… the loss of some favorite foods perhaps, or the loss of the emotional comfort you got from food. The weight loss provides gains in mobility, improvements in health and the opportunity to engage in activities you enjoy! Gains and losses. Worth thinking about! And that’s what this episode is all about! Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Gain While You Lose online class

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In life, when we make changes there are often things we gain and things we lose. A new job may mean the loss of some free time or the loss of a previous job you really liked. The new job also brings gains: perhaps an increase in salary, additional education about your profession, and hey – maybe even a new wardrobe! Bariatric surgery most certainly brings losses and gains into your life… the loss of some favorite foods perhaps, or the loss of the emotional comfort you got from food. The weight loss provides gains in mobility, improvements in health and the opportunity to engage in activities you enjoy! Gains and losses. Worth thinking about! And that’s what this episode is all about! Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Gain While You Lose online class

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15699321 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3604 192 full false Episode 191: Your Gut Biome: What YOU Need To Know! Episode 191: Your Gut Biome: What YOU Need To Know! Boy, did I learn a lot of great information in this interview with Katie Chapmon, Registered Dietician, who specializes not only in working with bariatric patients, but also in helping people understand their gut biome and how imbalances in our guts can wreak havoc on how we feel on a daily basis and with our overall health! Listen in and learn things like what the differences are between prebiotics, probiotics, and symbiotics and how you know if you need to take these supplements and if you do need them, which ones? Learn how to address bloating, gas and intestinal health! The more we know about our bodies, the more in control of our health we can be! Let’s get started with Katie! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Katie Chapmon, RD: https://www.katiechapmon.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Boy, did I learn a lot of great information in this interview with Katie Chapmon, Registered Dietician, who specializes not only in working with bariatric patients, but also in helping people understand their gut biome and how imbalances in our guts can wreak havoc on how we feel on a daily basis and with our overall health! Listen in and learn things like what the differences are between prebiotics, probiotics, and symbiotics and how you know if you need to take these supplements and if you do need them, which ones? Learn how to address bloating, gas and intestinal health! The more we know about our bodies, the more in control of our health we can be! Let’s get started with Katie! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Katie Chapmon, RD: https://www.katiechapmon.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15654634 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3826 191 full false Episode 190: What Exactly IS Trauma and How Does Trauma Impact Your Bariatric Journey? Episode 190: What Exactly IS Trauma and How Does Trauma Impact Your Bariatric Journey? The last three episodes of the podcast have focused on Diane Petrella’s fantastic book, Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. The core of the information in these episodes has been trauma resulting from childhood neglect or abuse. There is a great deal of misunderstanding when it comes to what trauma is exactly … what kinds of actions or behaviors define neglect and what specifically counts as abuse? Far too many people who have experienced neglect or abuse as children are not emotionally ready or prepared to acknowledge this and remain in denial about having experienced either themselves. And one of the worst consequences of having been neglected or abused in childhood is becoming an adult who repeats the pattern in that they often neglect or abuse themselves and sometimes others, as well. Let’s dig in and get some clarification on these murky topics and see how, if left unaddressed, childhood neglect and trauma can interfere with weight maintenance following surgery and can decrease overall happiness.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The last three episodes of the podcast have focused on Diane Petrella’s fantastic book, Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. The core of the information in these episodes has been trauma resulting from childhood neglect or abuse. There is a great deal of misunderstanding when it comes to what trauma is exactly … what kinds of actions or behaviors define neglect and what specifically counts as abuse? Far too many people who have experienced neglect or abuse as children are not emotionally ready or prepared to acknowledge this and remain in denial about having experienced either themselves. And one of the worst consequences of having been neglected or abused in childhood is becoming an adult who repeats the pattern in that they often neglect or abuse themselves and sometimes others, as well. Let’s dig in and get some clarification on these murky topics and see how, if left unaddressed, childhood neglect and trauma can interfere with weight maintenance following surgery and can decrease overall happiness.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15617742 Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400 3910 190 full false Episode 189: Book Review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors, Part 2 Episode 189: Book Review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors, Part 2 Let’s pick up where we left off in the last episode, completing the book review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors by Diane Patrella. I’ll continue sharing insights and wisdom that Diane offers readers to help them heal from emotional eating and from trauma that is likely related to their use of food as a source of comfort. I’ve gotten great feedback from listeners about the benefits of the past fews episodes and many people have shared that they have purchased Diane’s book from Amazon! WAY TO GO! Please be sure to give her a great review on Amazon! Now let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Let’s pick up where we left off in the last episode, completing the book review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors by Diane Patrella. I’ll continue sharing insights and wisdom that Diane offers readers to help them heal from emotional eating and from trauma that is likely related to their use of food as a source of comfort. I’ve gotten great feedback from listeners about the benefits of the past fews episodes and many people have shared that they have purchased Diane’s book from Amazon! WAY TO GO! Please be sure to give her a great review on Amazon! Now let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15583449 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0400 3703 189 full false Episode 188: Book Review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors, Part 1 Episode 188: Book Review of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors, Part 1 In the last episode, I interviewed Diane Petrella who wrote this incredible book! Today, I start a thorough book review, sharing with you the insight and wisdom Diane shares with readers to help them heal from emotional eating and from trauma that is likely related to their use of food as a source of comfort. Listen thoughtfully and with an open mind to this episode and discover what information can help you as you proceed in your adventure through the weight loss surgery process. You are sure to find tools in Diane’s work to make living a healthy mind and body lifestyle just a little easier! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the last episode, I interviewed Diane Petrella who wrote this incredible book! Today, I start a thorough book review, sharing with you the insight and wisdom Diane shares with readers to help them heal from emotional eating and from trauma that is likely related to their use of food as a source of comfort. Listen thoughtfully and with an open mind to this episode and discover what information can help you as you proceed in your adventure through the weight loss surgery process. You are sure to find tools in Diane’s work to make living a healthy mind and body lifestyle just a little easier! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15543923 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3491 188 full false Episode 187: Meet Diane Petrella, Author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors Episode 187: Meet Diane Petrella, Author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors This podcast episode is absolutely one of my favorite ever! It was a complete honor talking with Diane Petrella, author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. Diane has been a therapist for the past 40 years and is a therapist anyone would be fortunate to work with! Her years of experience led to her writing the incredible book, Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. Not only did I learn some new information reading this book, I was so encouraged by the compassionate, creative strategies Diane presented for dealing with emotional eating. The book is a must read and this interview is a must-share – so please do that and share it with anyone you know who struggles with emotional eating. Let’s get started.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This podcast episode is absolutely one of my favorite ever! It was a complete honor talking with Diane Petrella, author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. Diane has been a therapist for the past 40 years and is a therapist anyone would be fortunate to work with! Her years of experience led to her writing the incredible book, Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors. Not only did I learn some new information reading this book, I was so encouraged by the compassionate, creative strategies Diane presented for dealing with emotional eating. The book is a must read and this interview is a must-share – so please do that and share it with anyone you know who struggles with emotional eating. Let’s get started.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Diane Petrella: https://dianepetrella.com/

Diane Petrella, MSW is a clinical social worker and holistic licensed psychotherapist specializing in the effects of childhood trauma, emotional eating, and body confidence. Early in her nearly 40-year career she co-developed the first child sexual abuse treatment program in Rhode Island. She’s worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Diane has helped thousands of people overcome early trauma, create a respectful relationship with their body and food, and connect with their inner Wise Self for sustained healing. She is the author of Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors: Trauma-Informed Practices to Nurture a Peaceful Relationship with Your Emotions, Body, and Food. 

A FREE gift from Diane: Food & Body Freedom: Healing Emotional Eating Mini Course

https://dianepetrella.com/trauma-informed-tips-emotional-eating/

Healing Emotional Eating for Trauma Survivors

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15506030 Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4129 187 full false Episode 186: Readiness for Change…At Every Step Along the Way Episode 186: Readiness for Change…At Every Step Along the Way Whether you are getting ready to have bariatric surgery or are one, two or twenty years out from surgery, you can always increase your readiness for ongoing change! Thinking about change and creating change are two different things, as most of us have figured out! Sometimes we talk about making changes but maybe we’re not ready to actually follow through with the changes! Are there things about your bariatric lifestyle that you say you’d like to change right now in your present journey? Do you think you’re ready? Let’s find out…  Listen in and learn about what indicates an actual readiness to change and then get ready to take action… the only real way to bring about lasting change.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

What Is Readiness for Change? https://positivepsychology.com/readiness-for-change/

What Is the GROW Coaching Model?

https://lattice.com/library/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-grow-coaching-model#:~:text=The%20name%20is%20an%20acronym,plans%20alongside%20their%20direct%20reports.

The Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) https://sphweb.bumc.bu.edu/otlt/mph-modules/sb/behavioralchangetheories/behavioralchangetheories6.html

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]]> Whether you are getting ready to have bariatric surgery or are one, two or twenty years out from surgery, you can always increase your readiness for ongoing change! Thinking about change and creating change are two different things, as most of us have figured out! Sometimes we talk about making changes but maybe we’re not ready to actually follow through with the changes! Are there things about your bariatric lifestyle that you say you’d like to change right now in your present journey? Do you think you’re ready? Let’s find out…  Listen in and learn about what indicates an actual readiness to change and then get ready to take action… the only real way to bring about lasting change.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

What Is Readiness for Change? https://positivepsychology.com/readiness-for-change/

What Is the GROW Coaching Model?

https://lattice.com/library/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-grow-coaching-model#:~:text=The%20name%20is%20an%20acronym,plans%20alongside%20their%20direct%20reports.

The Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) https://sphweb.bumc.bu.edu/otlt/mph-modules/sb/behavioralchangetheories/behavioralchangetheories6.html

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15471218 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 21:00:00 -0400 3955 186 full false Episode 185: Weight Loss Surgery is Like a Wedding! Who Knew? Episode 185: Weight Loss Surgery is Like a Wedding! Who Knew? One day I’m going to turn this episode into an ebook… I’ve had that in the back of my mind for years now, actually! So here you go – a sneak peek at the ebook that will one day be available to one and all! For now, listen to this lighthearted but really relevant comparison between what goes into having bariatric surgery and what goes into having a wedding! While it’s a fun and rather funny comparison, the serious message is that planning a wedding is not the same as creating a healthy marriage! Similarly, getting ready for bariatric surgery isn’t at all the same as creating and living a post-op healthy lifestyle! Listen in to this episode for some really good … pardon the lame expression, but … really good food for thought! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> One day I’m going to turn this episode into an ebook… I’ve had that in the back of my mind for years now, actually! So here you go – a sneak peek at the ebook that will one day be available to one and all! For now, listen to this lighthearted but really relevant comparison between what goes into having bariatric surgery and what goes into having a wedding! While it’s a fun and rather funny comparison, the serious message is that planning a wedding is not the same as creating a healthy marriage! Similarly, getting ready for bariatric surgery isn’t at all the same as creating and living a post-op healthy lifestyle! Listen in to this episode for some really good … pardon the lame expression, but … really good food for thought! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15409322 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2765 185 full false Episode 184: Always Go Back to the Basics — The Bariatric Basics Episode 184: Always Go Back to the Basics — The Bariatric Basics Getting used to the bariatric lifestyle following surgery can be like a full time job! There are bariatric specific vitamins to take at certain times of the day, there’s a lot of water to be consumed, more than a lot of protein to take in, movement goals to squeeze into the day, and so much more! It can be overwhelming for sure! As soon as it seems you’ve gotten into a good routine, the honeymoon bliss takes over and the surgery does its work … the weight seems to fall off and you may slack off from some of the good habits you’d gotten into. Until the worst of the worst happens and not only do you stop losing weight but there are a few pounds of regain every now and then! For many, panic sets in and they feel lost, crying, “I don’t know what to do! Where do I start?” The answer, my friends, every time, is at the beginning. Go back to the basics: the bariatric basics. That’s what this episode is all about. If you’re new to bariatric surgery or if you’re many years out from your procedure, a good review of the basics is always helpful. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Getting used to the bariatric lifestyle following surgery can be like a full time job! There are bariatric specific vitamins to take at certain times of the day, there’s a lot of water to be consumed, more than a lot of protein to take in, movement goals to squeeze into the day, and so much more! It can be overwhelming for sure! As soon as it seems you’ve gotten into a good routine, the honeymoon bliss takes over and the surgery does its work … the weight seems to fall off and you may slack off from some of the good habits you’d gotten into. Until the worst of the worst happens and not only do you stop losing weight but there are a few pounds of regain every now and then! For many, panic sets in and they feel lost, crying, “I don’t know what to do! Where do I start?” The answer, my friends, every time, is at the beginning. Go back to the basics: the bariatric basics. That’s what this episode is all about. If you’re new to bariatric surgery or if you’re many years out from your procedure, a good review of the basics is always helpful. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15389255 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3744 184 full false Episode 183: Post-Op Amy is Crushing the NSV’s and Kelsey is Helping Her! Episode 183: Post-Op Amy is Crushing the NSV’s and Kelsey is Helping Her! BariAftercare’s movement contributor, Kelsey, who is a personal trainer and Burn Boot Camp instructor, met a post-op who is shaking things up in the best way, not only at the gym but in her life as a mom, a teacher, and through her posts on social media! In this episode, Amy highlights the fact that each of us is born to shine in this world! Listen as Amy shares how she made the choice to create a life rich in non-scale victories, how she shares her wisdom, her positive attitude and her understanding that each day is filled with difficult moments that we can work to handle in a healthy way because we CAN do hard things! Both Amy and Kelsey share the reasons they chose to overcome the physical and emotional hurdles they faced as they began their movement routines and how the accomplishments they experienced in their physical workouts translated to improvements in their overall confidence and self-esteem, which in turn, led to positive changes in other areas of their lives! We can all learn some great life lessons in this episode. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> BariAftercare’s movement contributor, Kelsey, who is a personal trainer and Burn Boot Camp instructor, met a post-op who is shaking things up in the best way, not only at the gym but in her life as a mom, a teacher, and through her posts on social media! In this episode, Amy highlights the fact that each of us is born to shine in this world! Listen as Amy shares how she made the choice to create a life rich in non-scale victories, how she shares her wisdom, her positive attitude and her understanding that each day is filled with difficult moments that we can work to handle in a healthy way because we CAN do hard things! Both Amy and Kelsey share the reasons they chose to overcome the physical and emotional hurdles they faced as they began their movement routines and how the accomplishments they experienced in their physical workouts translated to improvements in their overall confidence and self-esteem, which in turn, led to positive changes in other areas of their lives! We can all learn some great life lessons in this episode. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15346170 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4254 183 full false Episode 182: Modification or Transformation. What’s It Gonna Be? Episode 182: Modification or Transformation. What’s It Gonna Be? The Butterfly Effect. You may or may not have heard of this, but the butterfly is commonly recognized in the world of bariatrics to represent the transformation people go through as they modify their bodies through significant weight loss. The transformation of a butterfly is sometimes thought of as being symbolic of rebirth and personal growth. Transformation is thought to represent self-discovery and the ability to change and evolve. When people go through significant weight loss following surgery or with the aid of medications, they have the opportunity to experience either modification, or changes in their body, or they can choose transformation, a whole person personal growth opportunity that brings with it improved self-confidence, increased awareness of healthy personal power and a host of life adventures, along with the weight loss. And yet – transformation requires much more effort than modification. Which will you choose? Listen in for more information about the differences between modification and transformation!  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

The Bert Show podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bert-show/id1498200241

Dr. Dharius Daniels https://dhariusdaniels.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The Butterfly Effect. You may or may not have heard of this, but the butterfly is commonly recognized in the world of bariatrics to represent the transformation people go through as they modify their bodies through significant weight loss. The transformation of a butterfly is sometimes thought of as being symbolic of rebirth and personal growth. Transformation is thought to represent self-discovery and the ability to change and evolve. When people go through significant weight loss following surgery or with the aid of medications, they have the opportunity to experience either modification, or changes in their body, or they can choose transformation, a whole person personal growth opportunity that brings with it improved self-confidence, increased awareness of healthy personal power and a host of life adventures, along with the weight loss. And yet – transformation requires much more effort than modification. Which will you choose? Listen in for more information about the differences between modification and transformation!  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)

The Bert Show podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bert-show/id1498200241

Dr. Dharius Daniels https://dhariusdaniels.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15313901 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400 3512 full false Episode 181: Personal Power, Happiness and Long-Term Success, Part 2 Episode 181: Personal Power, Happiness and Long-Term Success, Part 2 This week I conclude this two-part series on establishing and utilizing a sense of personal power that will facilitate you in defining and reaching your goals, not only related to your bariatric adventure, but your life beyond bariatrics, as well! Having a healthy sense of personal power is an attitude, a way of approaching all areas of your life, with confidence and a can-do, will-do attitude. Learn what some professionals have to say about developing and demonstrating the amazing way of life associated with personal power. Use YOUR personal power to make it easier to maintain weight loss and live the life you dream of creating!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

9 Ways for You to Keep Your Personal Power by Amy Morin https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201601/9-ways-you-keep-your-personal-power

Stepping into Your Personal Power by Sarah-Len Mutiwasekwa 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-upside-things/202006/stepping-your-personal-power

“Laws” of Personal Power by George Everly, Jr.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/when-disaster-strikes-inside-disaster-psychology/202405/laws-of-personal-power

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This week I conclude this two-part series on establishing and utilizing a sense of personal power that will facilitate you in defining and reaching your goals, not only related to your bariatric adventure, but your life beyond bariatrics, as well! Having a healthy sense of personal power is an attitude, a way of approaching all areas of your life, with confidence and a can-do, will-do attitude. Learn what some professionals have to say about developing and demonstrating the amazing way of life associated with personal power. Use YOUR personal power to make it easier to maintain weight loss and live the life you dream of creating!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

9 Ways for You to Keep Your Personal Power by Amy Morin https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201601/9-ways-you-keep-your-personal-power

Stepping into Your Personal Power by Sarah-Len Mutiwasekwa 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-upside-things/202006/stepping-your-personal-power

“Laws” of Personal Power by George Everly, Jr.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/when-disaster-strikes-inside-disaster-psychology/202405/laws-of-personal-power

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15274617 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400 4037 181 full false Episode 180: Personal Power, Happiness and Long-Term Success Episode 180: Personal Power, Happiness and Long-Term Success As part of the full online BariAftercare program, we have a word of the week that corresponds to our word of the year, which is accountability. One of the words we recently discussed is the word POWER. This word has a lot of definitions, which I hadn’t thought about until I actually looked on dictionary.com. For our purposes, we are talking about PERSONAL POWER, which is the ability you have within yourself to create the life you want for yourself. UNLESS… you don’t believe you do … have that sort of power within. We need to develop the skills and self-esteem to create and use our own sense of personal power if we are to create the life we want. The life I want includes physical health, of course, as health truly is wealth, as they say. In addition to a healthy body, I want healthy relationships and a healthy sense of being disciplined, to be accountable and follow through when I say I am going to do something, and to believe in myself enough to carry on with the going gets tough! Listen to this episode and think about your own sense of personal power and how you use that in your bariatric journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

9 Ways for You to Keep Your Personal Power by Amy Morin https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201601/9-ways-you-keep-your-personal-power

Stepping into Your Personal Power by Sarah-Len Mutiwasekwa 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-upside-things/202006/stepping-your-personal-power

“Laws” of Personal Power by George Everly, Jr.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/when-disaster-strikes-inside-disaster-psychology/202405/laws-of-personal-power

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> As part of the full online BariAftercare program, we have a word of the week that corresponds to our word of the year, which is accountability. One of the words we recently discussed is the word POWER. This word has a lot of definitions, which I hadn’t thought about until I actually looked on dictionary.com. For our purposes, we are talking about PERSONAL POWER, which is the ability you have within yourself to create the life you want for yourself. UNLESS… you don’t believe you do … have that sort of power within. We need to develop the skills and self-esteem to create and use our own sense of personal power if we are to create the life we want. The life I want includes physical health, of course, as health truly is wealth, as they say. In addition to a healthy body, I want healthy relationships and a healthy sense of being disciplined, to be accountable and follow through when I say I am going to do something, and to believe in myself enough to carry on with the going gets tough! Listen to this episode and think about your own sense of personal power and how you use that in your bariatric journey!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

9 Ways for You to Keep Your Personal Power by Amy Morin https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201601/9-ways-you-keep-your-personal-power

Stepping into Your Personal Power by Sarah-Len Mutiwasekwa 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-upside-things/202006/stepping-your-personal-power

“Laws” of Personal Power by George Everly, Jr.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/when-disaster-strikes-inside-disaster-psychology/202405/laws-of-personal-power

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15226896 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400 4210 180 full false Episode 179: What Do Mental Toughness For Young Athletes And Life As A Post-Op Patient Have In Common? PART 2 Episode 179: What Do Mental Toughness For Young Athletes And Life As A Post-Op Patient Have In Common? PART 2 In this episode I pick up where we left off last week, only in this episode I provide a number of five to ten-minute practical exercises you can use to help ensure your long-term success as a post-op. These exercises are ones the author of Mental Toughness for Young Adults suggests for kids so if they are easy enough for kids…. You and I can certainly manage them! AND these exercises are directly related to skills post-ops can use to reach their long-term goals, not just related to the bariatric aspect of their lives, but in all areas! Tune in for some amazing tools you can learn and practice in five-minute increments! Invite your friends and family members to join you and grow together! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Mental Toughness for Young Athletes by Moses and Troy Horne

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]]> In this episode I pick up where we left off last week, only in this episode I provide a number of five to ten-minute practical exercises you can use to help ensure your long-term success as a post-op. These exercises are ones the author of Mental Toughness for Young Adults suggests for kids so if they are easy enough for kids…. You and I can certainly manage them! AND these exercises are directly related to skills post-ops can use to reach their long-term goals, not just related to the bariatric aspect of their lives, but in all areas! Tune in for some amazing tools you can learn and practice in five-minute increments! Invite your friends and family members to join you and grow together! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Mental Toughness for Young Athletes by Moses and Troy Horne

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15195515 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3579 179 full false Episode 178: What Do Mental Toughness For Young Athletes And Life As A Post-Op Patient Have In Common? Episode 178: What Do Mental Toughness For Young Athletes And Life As A Post-Op Patient Have In Common? This episode has been so much fun to record! I have been reading a book called Mental Toughness for Young Athletes to two of my grandsons. As I’ve been reading it aloud to them, I’ve found myself regularly saying, “I need to share this with my bariatric patients!” And so I did! In this episode, I share the beginning of the information that the authors have prepared for young kids to develop some mental and emotional toughness to get through the struggles and “failures” related to playing sports. My daughter, their mother, reminds us, “Baseball is a game of failure,” meaning that even professional players strike out more often than they hit the ball. Kids need to learn not to turn these “normal” failures in sports into negative self-talk or the fast track to low self-esteem. This relates to bariatric patients, many having felt like “failures” in the past when it comes to losing and regaining weight, struggling with weight fluctuations after surgery, continuing to struggle with the behavior changes required to live a healthy post-op life, and comparing themselves to others in the bariatric community. Join me for the first part of what has turned into a two-part podcast series and learn what mental toughness for young athletes and life as a post-op patient have in common!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Mental Toughness for Young Athletes by Moses and Troy Horne

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This episode has been so much fun to record! I have been reading a book called Mental Toughness for Young Athletes to two of my grandsons. As I’ve been reading it aloud to them, I’ve found myself regularly saying, “I need to share this with my bariatric patients!” And so I did! In this episode, I share the beginning of the information that the authors have prepared for young kids to develop some mental and emotional toughness to get through the struggles and “failures” related to playing sports. My daughter, their mother, reminds us, “Baseball is a game of failure,” meaning that even professional players strike out more often than they hit the ball. Kids need to learn not to turn these “normal” failures in sports into negative self-talk or the fast track to low self-esteem. This relates to bariatric patients, many having felt like “failures” in the past when it comes to losing and regaining weight, struggling with weight fluctuations after surgery, continuing to struggle with the behavior changes required to live a healthy post-op life, and comparing themselves to others in the bariatric community. Join me for the first part of what has turned into a two-part podcast series and learn what mental toughness for young athletes and life as a post-op patient have in common!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Mental Toughness for Young Athletes by Moses and Troy Horne

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15154563 Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3902 178 full false Episode 177: Perception vs Perspective and YOUR BariAftercare! Episode 177: Perception vs Perspective and YOUR BariAftercare! We have some terms to define in today’s podcast episode. More specifically, we need to explore what the words perception and perspective are… and what they have to do with increasing the likelihood that you maintain your weight loss and live a healthier quality of life. Once we have talked about the difference between perception and perspective, we’ll discuss how, by being able to identify both, you’ll be able to decide if by tweaking your perspective you might improve your relationships with other people… and more importantly, with yourself! The bottom line… any time we improve our relationship with ourself, we increase the likelihood of engaging in healthier lifestyle habits in every area of our life! Listen in…!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Perception Vs Perspective: Why Knowing The Difference Is Important In Reaching High Performance by Eddie O’Connor, Clinical Sport Psychologist

https://dreddieoconnor.com/blog/perception-vs-perspective/#:~:text=Perception%20is%20the%20process%20of,encompasses%20our%20beliefs%20and%20values

The Importance of Taking the Perspective of Others

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/constructive-controversy/201906/the-importance-taking-the-perspective-others

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]]> We have some terms to define in today’s podcast episode. More specifically, we need to explore what the words perception and perspective are… and what they have to do with increasing the likelihood that you maintain your weight loss and live a healthier quality of life. Once we have talked about the difference between perception and perspective, we’ll discuss how, by being able to identify both, you’ll be able to decide if by tweaking your perspective you might improve your relationships with other people… and more importantly, with yourself! The bottom line… any time we improve our relationship with ourself, we increase the likelihood of engaging in healthier lifestyle habits in every area of our life! Listen in…!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Perception Vs Perspective: Why Knowing The Difference Is Important In Reaching High Performance by Eddie O’Connor, Clinical Sport Psychologist

https://dreddieoconnor.com/blog/perception-vs-perspective/#:~:text=Perception%20is%20the%20process%20of,encompasses%20our%20beliefs%20and%20values

The Importance of Taking the Perspective of Others

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/constructive-controversy/201906/the-importance-taking-the-perspective-others

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15112355 Wed, 22 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3430 177 full false Episode 176: Self-Efficacy, Habits and YOUR Success! Episode 176: Self-Efficacy, Habits and YOUR Success! What a fancy word… Self-Efficacy! What the heck does it mean? What’s the connection between self-efficacy, habits and your long-term success after bariatric surgery? You’ll have to listen to this week’s episode to get the answers to those questions! But trust me… self-efficacy is well-researched and is important in reaching your long-term goals of maintaining weight loss, improving your health and getting on with living out your dreams! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What a fancy word… Self-Efficacy! What the heck does it mean? What’s the connection between self-efficacy, habits and your long-term success after bariatric surgery? You’ll have to listen to this week’s episode to get the answers to those questions! But trust me… self-efficacy is well-researched and is important in reaching your long-term goals of maintaining weight loss, improving your health and getting on with living out your dreams! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15071219 Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3209 176 full false Episode 175: Find a Bariatric Therapist with Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes Episode 175: Find a Bariatric Therapist with Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes So many people ask about how they can find a bariatric therapist to work with! Well – in this episode you are going to get the answer to that question! In addition, you’ll learn more about Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, creator and founder of the Find A Bariatric Therapist program. You likely already know Ashlyn! She herself is a bariatric therapist and is also a bariatric post-op of many years! Ashlynn is popular on Instagram as @ashlynchange4life2012. Her contact information is right here in the show notes, as is the link for the Find a Bariatric Therapist program! There’s a lot to cover in this episode so let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Find a Bariatric Therapist (Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes): https://www.findabariatrictherapist.com/

Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes on Instagram: ashlynchange4life2012

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> So many people ask about how they can find a bariatric therapist to work with! Well – in this episode you are going to get the answer to that question! In addition, you’ll learn more about Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, creator and founder of the Find A Bariatric Therapist program. You likely already know Ashlyn! She herself is a bariatric therapist and is also a bariatric post-op of many years! Ashlynn is popular on Instagram as @ashlynchange4life2012. Her contact information is right here in the show notes, as is the link for the Find a Bariatric Therapist program! There’s a lot to cover in this episode so let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Find a Bariatric Therapist (Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes): https://www.findabariatrictherapist.com/

Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes on Instagram: ashlynchange4life2012

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-15030935 Wed, 08 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3836 175 full false Episode 174: You – Taking Personal Responsibility for Creating the Life You Want to LIVE! Episode 174: You – Taking Personal Responsibility for Creating the Life You Want to LIVE! What does it look like on a daily basis to take responsibility in order to create the life you imagine… the life you can create… the life you want to live? In this episode you’ll be given a phrase that has helped guide my behavior and helped me make responsible choices for the past 35 years. Being able to respond in healthy ways… otherwise known as being responsible, is one powerful way to reach your goals and create the life you want! Listen in and learn how!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

How accepting responsibility for our happiness empowers us to become happy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-in-world/201102/taking-full-responsibility-your-life

Accepting Responsibility
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-your-voice/201311/accepting-responsibility


Responsibility, Freedom, Empowerment, and Mental Health
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychology-insights-new-world/202111/responsibility-freedom-empowerment-and-mental-health


9 Suggestions for Self-Improvement
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-three-minute-therapist/202304/9-suggestions-for-self-improvement

Personal Responsibility: How to Develop Personal Responsibility https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/personal-responsibility

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What does it look like on a daily basis to take responsibility in order to create the life you imagine… the life you can create… the life you want to live? In this episode you’ll be given a phrase that has helped guide my behavior and helped me make responsible choices for the past 35 years. Being able to respond in healthy ways… otherwise known as being responsible, is one powerful way to reach your goals and create the life you want! Listen in and learn how!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

How accepting responsibility for our happiness empowers us to become happy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-in-world/201102/taking-full-responsibility-your-life

Accepting Responsibility
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-your-voice/201311/accepting-responsibility


Responsibility, Freedom, Empowerment, and Mental Health
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychology-insights-new-world/202111/responsibility-freedom-empowerment-and-mental-health


9 Suggestions for Self-Improvement
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-three-minute-therapist/202304/9-suggestions-for-self-improvement

Personal Responsibility: How to Develop Personal Responsibility https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/personal-responsibility

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14987529 Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3733 174 full false Episode 173: Summer Camp with Rob Demedio's Busy Bariatrics Episode 173: Summer Camp with Rob Demedio's Busy Bariatrics It’s that time of year when lots of us are re-igniting that New Year’s resolution to work out more… because the weather is getting better every day! Tune in and listen to one of my favorite podcast guests and one of your favorite bariatric men, Rob Demedio, as he gives you some words of wisdom, encouragement and enthusiasm. AND… he’s going to help you reach your physical fitness goals by inviting you to join him at the Busy Bariatrics Summer Camp! Just in time, Rob! Let’s hear what he has to say! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Busy Bariatrics by Rob Demedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> It’s that time of year when lots of us are re-igniting that New Year’s resolution to work out more… because the weather is getting better every day! Tune in and listen to one of my favorite podcast guests and one of your favorite bariatric men, Rob Demedio, as he gives you some words of wisdom, encouragement and enthusiasm. AND… he’s going to help you reach your physical fitness goals by inviting you to join him at the Busy Bariatrics Summer Camp! Just in time, Rob! Let’s hear what he has to say! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Busy Bariatrics by Rob Demedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14945473 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 2990 173 full false Episode 172: Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can (Part Two) Episode 172: Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can (Part Two) Welcome to Part II of the book review… the book being Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss. In the last episode we got deep into ways people consciously or subconsciously interfere with their own healing. In this episode we’ll be focusing more on ways those who CHOOSE to heal can do so! I really love this book and although it’s not specifically written for a bariatric audience, it applies! And, it applies to anyone struggling with any disease, so please – share this podcast and recommend the book! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss

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]]> Welcome to Part II of the book review… the book being Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss. In the last episode we got deep into ways people consciously or subconsciously interfere with their own healing. In this episode we’ll be focusing more on ways those who CHOOSE to heal can do so! I really love this book and although it’s not specifically written for a bariatric audience, it applies! And, it applies to anyone struggling with any disease, so please – share this podcast and recommend the book! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14904084 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 4536 172 full false Episode 171: Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can (Part One) Episode 171: Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can (Part One) This is an episode that tops my list for all-time favorites! Why? The book I review! I loved it so much and it applies so well to the process of healing from the disease of obesity. The book is called Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can. It is written by Caroline Myss, who is an incredibly intuitive human whose life work is dedicated to helping people understand that they have a great deal of power in terms of healing their own physical illnesses. I think you’ll get a lot from this episode… in fact, this episode and the next as this is a two-part series! So let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This is an episode that tops my list for all-time favorites! Why? The book I review! I loved it so much and it applies so well to the process of healing from the disease of obesity. The book is called Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can. It is written by Caroline Myss, who is an incredibly intuitive human whose life work is dedicated to helping people understand that they have a great deal of power in terms of healing their own physical illnesses. I think you’ll get a lot from this episode… in fact, this episode and the next as this is a two-part series! So let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Why People Don’t Heal and How They Can by Caroline Myss

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14865436 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400 3981 171 full false Episode 170: The Disease of Obesity and Your Food Choices Episode 170: The Disease of Obesity and Your Food Choices Do you believe that having the disease of obesity lets you off the hook for making unhealthy food choices? Is what you choose to eat even related to the disease of obesity? Does knowing that obesity is considered to be a chronic disease relieve you of all personal responsibility for assisting in the treatment of the disease? What about other chronic diseases? Aren’t most people advised to eat healthy foods and to exercise as a way to help manage diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic diseases? Having the disease of obesity is not related to personal responsibility in many ways to include genetics, neurotransmitters, biological hormones, and other factors. Yet, there are many ways that taking personal responsibility in a variety of ways can effectively help manage the disease of obesity. Are you willing to put forth the effort in those areas? Remember… you are responsible for the effort you put into whatever you do… but not necessarily the outcome. Let’s get started with this week’s episode!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Articles to read related to this week’s episode:

Why Obesity is a Disease https://obesitymedicine.org/blog/why-is-obesity-a-disease/

Disease of Obesity https://asmbs.org/patients/disease-of-obesity/

Is Obesity a Disease? https://health.clevelandclinic.org/obesity-is-now-considered-a-     disease

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Do you believe that having the disease of obesity lets you off the hook for making unhealthy food choices? Is what you choose to eat even related to the disease of obesity? Does knowing that obesity is considered to be a chronic disease relieve you of all personal responsibility for assisting in the treatment of the disease? What about other chronic diseases? Aren’t most people advised to eat healthy foods and to exercise as a way to help manage diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic diseases? Having the disease of obesity is not related to personal responsibility in many ways to include genetics, neurotransmitters, biological hormones, and other factors. Yet, there are many ways that taking personal responsibility in a variety of ways can effectively help manage the disease of obesity. Are you willing to put forth the effort in those areas? Remember… you are responsible for the effort you put into whatever you do… but not necessarily the outcome. Let’s get started with this week’s episode!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Articles to read related to this week’s episode:

Why Obesity is a Disease https://obesitymedicine.org/blog/why-is-obesity-a-disease/

Disease of Obesity https://asmbs.org/patients/disease-of-obesity/

Is Obesity a Disease? https://health.clevelandclinic.org/obesity-is-now-considered-a-     disease

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14817960 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3506 170 full false Episode 169: The Bleepity Bleep Goal Weight! Episode 169: The Bleepity Bleep Goal Weight! I’m pretty fired up in this episode! The goal weight fixation is a sign that so many of us are caught up in a very unhealthy phenomenon called the diet mentality, which is part of the diet culture, which is a sickness in our country… if not throughout the world! In this episode I talk about the struggles inherent when focusing on a goal weight, which most often sets people up for failure. I then describe diet mentality and diet culture and encourage people to extricate themselves from this toxic way of life, sharing tips for how to do so. Learning to live life at a healthy weight for your body offers a much more joy-filled option! Let’s work on that together. Now, put on your seatbelts and let’s get into this week’s rant… I mean, content.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

https://www.gatewaytosolutions.org/diet-mentality/

https://afullbite.com/diet-mentality/

https://encountercounselingcenter.com/blog/8-signs-diet-mentality

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]]> I’m pretty fired up in this episode! The goal weight fixation is a sign that so many of us are caught up in a very unhealthy phenomenon called the diet mentality, which is part of the diet culture, which is a sickness in our country… if not throughout the world! In this episode I talk about the struggles inherent when focusing on a goal weight, which most often sets people up for failure. I then describe diet mentality and diet culture and encourage people to extricate themselves from this toxic way of life, sharing tips for how to do so. Learning to live life at a healthy weight for your body offers a much more joy-filled option! Let’s work on that together. Now, put on your seatbelts and let’s get into this week’s rant… I mean, content.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

https://www.gatewaytosolutions.org/diet-mentality/

https://afullbite.com/diet-mentality/

https://encountercounselingcenter.com/blog/8-signs-diet-mentality

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14775679 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3253 169 full false Episode 168: Meet Kevin Stephens: A Post-Op Who Models What it Means to “Give Back” Episode 168: Meet Kevin Stephens: A Post-Op Who Models What it Means to “Give Back” Not only is Kevin Stephens a very successful long-term post-op who is an example to everyone of what it means to Give Back to your community, Kevin is undisputedly a great human. I’m excited for you to hear Kevin’s story and to learn about various bariatric organizations in the community. Kevin has, and continues to, participate in many of these organizations. You may or may not be interested in becoming active within one or more of these groups. Either way, you’ll learn about some great conferences that take place around the country that you may want to attend! Enjoy and let us know in the comments what interested you most about what Kevin has to share!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Not only is Kevin Stephens a very successful long-term post-op who is an example to everyone of what it means to Give Back to your community, Kevin is undisputedly a great human. I’m excited for you to hear Kevin’s story and to learn about various bariatric organizations in the community. Kevin has, and continues to, participate in many of these organizations. You may or may not be interested in becoming active within one or more of these groups. Either way, you’ll learn about some great conferences that take place around the country that you may want to attend! Enjoy and let us know in the comments what interested you most about what Kevin has to share!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14727141 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3937 168 full false Episode 167: A Talk with Kelley Gunter, 22-year post-op about Persistence, Vitamin Deficiency and Doing the “Head Work” Episode 167: A Talk with Kelley Gunter, 22-year post-op about Persistence, Vitamin Deficiency and Doing the “Head Work” Kelley Gunter is the author of one of the best books I have read from a bariatric patient. Her book is called “You Have Such a Pretty Face,” a perfect title that so many people who struggle with the disease of obesity can relate to! Kelley is 22 years out from her bariatric surgery and maintains a weight loss of over 200 pounds. She has done a tremendous amount of “head work,” which she talks about in this podcast episode, along with the significant issues she has suffered due to a lack of having taken bariatric specific vitamins… hair, teeth, vision problems and bone issues! She no longer makes that mistake and supports the emphasis we have been placing on taking bariatric-specific vitamins. Kelly is a therapist, a life coach, a speaker and is working on a sequel to “You Have Such a Pretty Face,” which is titled “Queen of Crazy Town!” If you haven’t met Kelley before, you will be awed and inspired after listening to her today!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

Kelley Gunter website: https://kelleygunter.com/

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Kelley Gunter is the author of one of the best books I have read from a bariatric patient. Her book is called “You Have Such a Pretty Face,” a perfect title that so many people who struggle with the disease of obesity can relate to! Kelley is 22 years out from her bariatric surgery and maintains a weight loss of over 200 pounds. She has done a tremendous amount of “head work,” which she talks about in this podcast episode, along with the significant issues she has suffered due to a lack of having taken bariatric specific vitamins… hair, teeth, vision problems and bone issues! She no longer makes that mistake and supports the emphasis we have been placing on taking bariatric-specific vitamins. Kelly is a therapist, a life coach, a speaker and is working on a sequel to “You Have Such a Pretty Face,” which is titled “Queen of Crazy Town!” If you haven’t met Kelley before, you will be awed and inspired after listening to her today!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

Kelley Gunter website: https://kelleygunter.com/

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14681244 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 3958 167 full false Episode 166: Regain and The Return of Those Old Habits…What’s up with that? Episode 166: Regain and The Return of Those Old Habits…What’s up with that? SOOOO many people struggle with weight regain, regardless of how they have lost weight. If YOU have a history of yo-yo’ing with your weight, this episode is important for you! You’ll likely hear things you’ve heard before, but I suspect you may also learn thing or two about YOURSELF… if you’re willing to listen with an open mind! The information in this episode may also be a bit painful – emotionally, that is. But please don’t let that stop you from listening because what I talk here may be just the thing you need to point you in the direction of learning about – and taking ACTION to changing the pattern of yo-yo’ing with your weight and help you FINALLY maintain weight loss, allowing you to improve your health and do the things you want to do in life! Listen in and listen up!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> SOOOO many people struggle with weight regain, regardless of how they have lost weight. If YOU have a history of yo-yo’ing with your weight, this episode is important for you! You’ll likely hear things you’ve heard before, but I suspect you may also learn thing or two about YOURSELF… if you’re willing to listen with an open mind! The information in this episode may also be a bit painful – emotionally, that is. But please don’t let that stop you from listening because what I talk here may be just the thing you need to point you in the direction of learning about – and taking ACTION to changing the pattern of yo-yo’ing with your weight and help you FINALLY maintain weight loss, allowing you to improve your health and do the things you want to do in life! Listen in and listen up!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14638926 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500 3006 166 full false Episode 165: Are You Making Your Health and Wellness a Priority? Episode 165: Are You Making Your Health and Wellness a Priority? IS your health and IS your overall wellness a priority in your life? Well… how can one know!? I’ll tell you! When I look at your lifestyle, the choices you make, the values you live by, the significance that your health plays in your life… I know. And so do others… by seeing how you treat yourself and how you take care of yourself… or not. And if you’re willing to be honest with yourself, you know the truth about whether or not you are prioritizing your health and wellness. In this episode, I ask some tough questions so you can assess how much of a priority health and wellness are in your life. If you’re talking the talk, but not walking the walk, then is your health NOT actually a priority OR is a lack of self-worth an obstacle? I also invite you to a FREE online Chat with Laura Preston and myself on March 5th, 2024 at 7:30 PM EST. Listen and get the details or go to my website, www.conniestapletonphd.com and sign up now! Let’s get started with this episode. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> IS your health and IS your overall wellness a priority in your life? Well… how can one know!? I’ll tell you! When I look at your lifestyle, the choices you make, the values you live by, the significance that your health plays in your life… I know. And so do others… by seeing how you treat yourself and how you take care of yourself… or not. And if you’re willing to be honest with yourself, you know the truth about whether or not you are prioritizing your health and wellness. In this episode, I ask some tough questions so you can assess how much of a priority health and wellness are in your life. If you’re talking the talk, but not walking the walk, then is your health NOT actually a priority OR is a lack of self-worth an obstacle? I also invite you to a FREE online Chat with Laura Preston and myself on March 5th, 2024 at 7:30 PM EST. Listen and get the details or go to my website, www.conniestapletonphd.com and sign up now! Let’s get started with this episode. 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton) https://procarenow.com/?ref=conniestapleton

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14591104 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3232 165 full false Episode 164: The Un-Sciency Version of The Science of Vitamins Episode 164: The Un-Sciency Version of The Science of Vitamins I’m gonna sound like everyone’s mother here for just a minute: TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! Not just any vitamin! TAKE YOUR BARIATRIC-SPECIFIC VITAMINS. And listening to Heather Mackie, a Registered Dietician who has worked in the bariatric field for over 18 years will hopefully be the reason you become the reason you never miss another day of taking your bariatric specific vitamins. The information in today’s video is some of THE most RELIABLE information you will get when it comes to Bariatric Vitamins because it comes to you from one of the most respected professionals in the bariatric industry.  In last week’s episode, Laura Preston mentioned she was had three to four-hour tutoring sessions about vitamins from a woman who knows bariatric vitamins, literally from the inside out! Heather Mackie is the woman who taught Laura all about the science of vitamins when they both worked for the same bariatrtic vitamin company. Laura and Heather will share with you how together they began a movement of sorts within the bariatric vitamin community that has benefitted all bariatric patients. Heather now works for ProCare Vitamins and will be helping them as they continue to provide quality products AND patient education. By the way, you can get 10% off your orders from ProCare Vitamins using the discount code CONNIE STAPLETON.  Now let’s listen as Heather and Laura give you information you will absolutely want to share with every bariatric patient you know!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

Heather Mackie Mackieh@procarenow.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I’m gonna sound like everyone’s mother here for just a minute: TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! Not just any vitamin! TAKE YOUR BARIATRIC-SPECIFIC VITAMINS. And listening to Heather Mackie, a Registered Dietician who has worked in the bariatric field for over 18 years will hopefully be the reason you become the reason you never miss another day of taking your bariatric specific vitamins. The information in today’s video is some of THE most RELIABLE information you will get when it comes to Bariatric Vitamins because it comes to you from one of the most respected professionals in the bariatric industry.  In last week’s episode, Laura Preston mentioned she was had three to four-hour tutoring sessions about vitamins from a woman who knows bariatric vitamins, literally from the inside out! Heather Mackie is the woman who taught Laura all about the science of vitamins when they both worked for the same bariatrtic vitamin company. Laura and Heather will share with you how together they began a movement of sorts within the bariatric vitamin community that has benefitted all bariatric patients. Heather now works for ProCare Vitamins and will be helping them as they continue to provide quality products AND patient education. By the way, you can get 10% off your orders from ProCare Vitamins using the discount code CONNIE STAPLETON.  Now let’s listen as Heather and Laura give you information you will absolutely want to share with every bariatric patient you know!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

Heather Mackie Mackieh@procarenow.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14551031 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 4508 164 full false Episode 163: Consistency: How Anger Provided Her Motivation! Episode 163: Consistency: How Anger Provided Her Motivation! You DO know that if you consistently follow through with a behavior… one of the Gotta Do ‘Em, perhaps… and IF you use an accountability tool, as well… the Gotta Do ‘Em checklist, perhaps… then without any question you increase your odds of developing a healthy habit AND reaching your goals! Listen to how Laura used some BIG anger to motivate her to develop unwavering consistency with one critically important behavior that is crucial for ALL post-op patients to do. Listen in, learn from Laura and then get your Gotta Do ‘Em sheet out, use it for accountability, and create a lifelong habit that will prevent some serious health problems down the road in your journey! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> You DO know that if you consistently follow through with a behavior… one of the Gotta Do ‘Em, perhaps… and IF you use an accountability tool, as well… the Gotta Do ‘Em checklist, perhaps… then without any question you increase your odds of developing a healthy habit AND reaching your goals! Listen to how Laura used some BIG anger to motivate her to develop unwavering consistency with one critically important behavior that is crucial for ALL post-op patients to do. Listen in, learn from Laura and then get your Gotta Do ‘Em sheet out, use it for accountability, and create a lifelong habit that will prevent some serious health problems down the road in your journey! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14499838 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3816 163 full false Episode 162: Consistency, the Gotta Do ‘Ems, and Believing in Your Ability to Succeed Episode 162: Consistency, the Gotta Do ‘Ems, and Believing in Your Ability to Succeed The BariAftercare word of the year is Accountability. The word for this week is Consistency. A listener asked for a podcast about self-efficacy. How did I put all of these things together? Well, I added one additional ingredient to the mix and came up with what felt like a really great episode! The additional ingredient?! The brand new version of the Gotta Do ‘Ems, The Gotta Do ‘Ems, Version 2.0! You’re gonna have to listen and get all the goodies from this episode!!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The BariAftercare word of the year is Accountability. The word for this week is Consistency. A listener asked for a podcast about self-efficacy. How did I put all of these things together? Well, I added one additional ingredient to the mix and came up with what felt like a really great episode! The additional ingredient?! The brand new version of the Gotta Do ‘Ems, The Gotta Do ‘Ems, Version 2.0! You’re gonna have to listen and get all the goodies from this episode!!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14447629 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2924 162 full false Episode 161: The Bariatric Therapists Chat: Meet Lora Grabow Episode 161: The Bariatric Therapists Chat: Meet Lora Grabow Bariatric therapist Lora Grabow joins me for this episode of BariAftercare. Like myself, Lora has worked in the bariatric field for 20 years. Listen to our conversation and hear the discussion between two bariatric therapists about common struggles we see with patients, what is the same today as it was 20 years ago and what has changed! I have the utmost respect for all of the work that Lora does. You’ll love learning more about her, as well. Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Lora Grabow website: loragrabow.com .

Lora Grabow IG: @bariatric.therapist and FB Lora Grabow, LMSW 

LoraGrabow email: lora@loragrabow.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Bariatric therapist Lora Grabow joins me for this episode of BariAftercare. Like myself, Lora has worked in the bariatric field for 20 years. Listen to our conversation and hear the discussion between two bariatric therapists about common struggles we see with patients, what is the same today as it was 20 years ago and what has changed! I have the utmost respect for all of the work that Lora does. You’ll love learning more about her, as well. Let’s get started! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Lora Grabow website: loragrabow.com .

Lora Grabow IG: @bariatric.therapist and FB Lora Grabow, LMSW 

LoraGrabow email: lora@loragrabow.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14410544 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2863 161 full false Episode 160: Self-Sabotage Episode 160: Self-Sabotage In the last episode we talked about what to do when others sabotage, or get in the way of, our goals. THIS week we go a step farther and talk about something even closer to home: SELF-SABOTAGE. When we interfere in our OWN progress toward our goals. It’s not logical to set ourselves up for failure. So, why, then, do we do it so frequently???? Listen in and get some answers… as well as tips for stopping this annoying, and unhealthy behavior!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the last episode we talked about what to do when others sabotage, or get in the way of, our goals. THIS week we go a step farther and talk about something even closer to home: SELF-SABOTAGE. When we interfere in our OWN progress toward our goals. It’s not logical to set ourselves up for failure. So, why, then, do we do it so frequently???? Listen in and get some answers… as well as tips for stopping this annoying, and unhealthy behavior!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14366001 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3752 160 full false Episode 159: Sabotaging Partners and Other Well-Meaning Meddlers Episode 159: Sabotaging Partners and Other Well-Meaning Meddlers A listener asked what to do about her husband of many years who brings home foods that are not consistent with her post-op health goals. She believes he is not happy about losing his “eating buddy.” His behaviors have the potential to sabotage her progress! What about you? Are there people in your life that seem to trying to sabotage your healthy post-op lifestyle? What does sabotage look like, what are the reasons people engage in sabotaging behaviors, especially if they are one the people you are closest to, and what can you do if this happens? Listen in and get the answers to those questions … some of the information may surprise you! Keep an open mind! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> A listener asked what to do about her husband of many years who brings home foods that are not consistent with her post-op health goals. She believes he is not happy about losing his “eating buddy.” His behaviors have the potential to sabotage her progress! What about you? Are there people in your life that seem to trying to sabotage your healthy post-op lifestyle? What does sabotage look like, what are the reasons people engage in sabotaging behaviors, especially if they are one the people you are closest to, and what can you do if this happens? Listen in and get the answers to those questions … some of the information may surprise you! Keep an open mind! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14324992 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3570 159 full false Episode 158: Get BariEDucated Episode 158: Get BariEDucated For this episode I am joined by two amazing women who thoroughly understand the bariatric community. Kelly Broadwater is a certified eating disorder specialist with extensive experience working in the field of bariatrics. Chaundra Evans is a registered dietician who specializes in bariatrics and eating disorders. They have been working together to help hundreds of bariatric patients over the past 20 years and have recently published a book, aptly titled BariEDucated. While this book is geared more toward bariatric professionals, their work is with patients. These two women totally understand the bariatric population and, in addition to working with patients individually and in groups, they are reaching out to professionals in this book to help them learn and understand what patients want and need them to know about working with them! Listen in and hear the reasons I asked them to be guests on this podcast! You’ll love the work they do! I know I do!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

BariEDucated: bebarieducated.com and info@bebarieducated.com  

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> For this episode I am joined by two amazing women who thoroughly understand the bariatric community. Kelly Broadwater is a certified eating disorder specialist with extensive experience working in the field of bariatrics. Chaundra Evans is a registered dietician who specializes in bariatrics and eating disorders. They have been working together to help hundreds of bariatric patients over the past 20 years and have recently published a book, aptly titled BariEDucated. While this book is geared more toward bariatric professionals, their work is with patients. These two women totally understand the bariatric population and, in addition to working with patients individually and in groups, they are reaching out to professionals in this book to help them learn and understand what patients want and need them to know about working with them! Listen in and hear the reasons I asked them to be guests on this podcast! You’ll love the work they do! I know I do!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

BariEDucated: bebarieducated.com and info@bebarieducated.com  

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14283596 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 4234 158 full false Episode 157: Accountability – A Deep Dive! Episode 157: Accountability – A Deep Dive! Accountability is the BariAftercare word of the year! We chose it because the research is extensive and makes it clear that using accountability measures improves the likelihood of experiencing success, in particular when it comes to keeping weight off! AND… using accountability measures like tracking devices for food intake, water consumption, and movement tends to wane over time. It doesn’t have to! Listen in and learn reasons people quit following through with these beneficial strategies and how about you recommit to being more accountable in your weight journey. The BariAftercare community can definitely help! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Accountability is the BariAftercare word of the year! We chose it because the research is extensive and makes it clear that using accountability measures improves the likelihood of experiencing success, in particular when it comes to keeping weight off! AND… using accountability measures like tracking devices for food intake, water consumption, and movement tends to wane over time. It doesn’t have to! Listen in and learn reasons people quit following through with these beneficial strategies and how about you recommit to being more accountable in your weight journey. The BariAftercare community can definitely help! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14238367 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3886 157 full false Episode 156: Words Matter. Language Matters. Episode 156: Words Matter. Language Matters. Join Laura Preston and me for a lively discussion about the power of words! We chose the word Accountability for BariAftercare’s word of the year. In this podcast episode we announce a special invitation to join us for a 3-series workshop inside BariAftercare to create a vision project based on YOUR word of the year for 2024! Listen to the end of the podcast to learn how you can sign up for the workshops!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Join Laura Preston and me for a lively discussion about the power of words! We chose the word Accountability for BariAftercare’s word of the year. In this podcast episode we announce a special invitation to join us for a 3-series workshop inside BariAftercare to create a vision project based on YOUR word of the year for 2024! Listen to the end of the podcast to learn how you can sign up for the workshops!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14207988 Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3321 156 full false Episode 155: A Bari Merry Christmas and what’s coming in the NEW YEAR on BariAftercare! Episode 155: A Bari Merry Christmas and what’s coming in the NEW YEAR on BariAftercare! NOT to get completely ahead of myself… BUT… I wanted to give you a sneak peak at what we have in store for you in the New Year at BariAftercare! Get ready to learn and grow with our BariAftercare community as we live and breathe ACCOUNTABILITY and all things related throughout the year. Why accountability? Because it is the number one way to get and stay on track when it comes to weight maintenance! YEP! And before the year is over… as in next week, Laura Preston and I will be hosting a BariAftercare podcast to tell you all about a FUN and CREATIVE three part LIVE webinar throughout the month of January to be sure you are off to a solid start to the NEW YEAR! Set a reminder to listen to next week’s podcast, for sure!

The majority of this episode is a fun and playful conversation among the amazing group of people responsible for creating and carrying out the first annual Bari Merry Christmas event. Relax with us and AND… start thinking about attending the event yourself – in person – next year! In the show notes, there are links to the recorded parts of the event! Enjoy! And be sure you are tuned into the BariAftercare support group where I am posting tips for Staying Healthy Through the Holidays! Go to www.bariaftercare.com.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @procarenow

Instagram: @bari.adventures

Instagram: @ashlynchange4life2012

Instagram: @oursleevedlifepodcast

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> NOT to get completely ahead of myself… BUT… I wanted to give you a sneak peak at what we have in store for you in the New Year at BariAftercare! Get ready to learn and grow with our BariAftercare community as we live and breathe ACCOUNTABILITY and all things related throughout the year. Why accountability? Because it is the number one way to get and stay on track when it comes to weight maintenance! YEP! And before the year is over… as in next week, Laura Preston and I will be hosting a BariAftercare podcast to tell you all about a FUN and CREATIVE three part LIVE webinar throughout the month of January to be sure you are off to a solid start to the NEW YEAR! Set a reminder to listen to next week’s podcast, for sure!

The majority of this episode is a fun and playful conversation among the amazing group of people responsible for creating and carrying out the first annual Bari Merry Christmas event. Relax with us and AND… start thinking about attending the event yourself – in person – next year! In the show notes, there are links to the recorded parts of the event! Enjoy! And be sure you are tuned into the BariAftercare support group where I am posting tips for Staying Healthy Through the Holidays! Go to www.bariaftercare.com.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @procarenow

Instagram: @bari.adventures

Instagram: @ashlynchange4life2012

Instagram: @oursleevedlifepodcast

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14177793 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 5179 155 full false Episode 154: Alone or Lonely? Episode 154: Alone or Lonely? We’ve all been alone and I’m guessing we’ve all felt lonely at times… in fact, I’d venture to say that most of us have felt lonely at times when we are with other people and when we have been alone. In this episode, I’ll talk about the physical and mental health benefits of spending some time alone and, if you’re uncomfortable being alone, I’ll share some tips on how to make that a bit easier. I’ll also talk about loneliness and how loneliness can, at times, lead to physical and mental health issues. In addition, I’ll talk about ways to work your way out of loneliness if you find yourself there! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> We’ve all been alone and I’m guessing we’ve all felt lonely at times… in fact, I’d venture to say that most of us have felt lonely at times when we are with other people and when we have been alone. In this episode, I’ll talk about the physical and mental health benefits of spending some time alone and, if you’re uncomfortable being alone, I’ll share some tips on how to make that a bit easier. I’ll also talk about loneliness and how loneliness can, at times, lead to physical and mental health issues. In addition, I’ll talk about ways to work your way out of loneliness if you find yourself there! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14138908 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3933 154 full false Episode 153: Are You a Control Freak? Episode 153: Are You a Control Freak? Have you ever been referred to as a control freak? Well, I have. Even if you aren’t a controlling person, chances are good that you know someone who is… or several someones, perhaps! In this episode, you’ll learn what it actually means to be controlling, what being controlling looks like, and the reasons people become controlling in the first place. And of course, we’ll talk about what this all has to do with your life as a post-op! Listen in! I think you’ll find this fascinating!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Have you ever been referred to as a control freak? Well, I have. Even if you aren’t a controlling person, chances are good that you know someone who is… or several someones, perhaps! In this episode, you’ll learn what it actually means to be controlling, what being controlling looks like, and the reasons people become controlling in the first place. And of course, we’ll talk about what this all has to do with your life as a post-op! Listen in! I think you’ll find this fascinating!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14097241 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2799 153 full false Episode 152: The Harshest Person in the Bariatric Community Episode 152: The Harshest Person in the Bariatric Community In this episode, one of my best bariatric buddies joins me to talk about… all kinds of bariatric wisdom, to include how all of us can fall into the social comparison game. But we talk about SOOOO much more in this episode… we get real and personal with you throughout the episode! Let’s just get started… and be sure to listen to the very end as there is a very specific call to action!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In this episode, one of my best bariatric buddies joins me to talk about… all kinds of bariatric wisdom, to include how all of us can fall into the social comparison game. But we talk about SOOOO much more in this episode… we get real and personal with you throughout the episode! Let’s just get started… and be sure to listen to the very end as there is a very specific call to action!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Busy Bariatrics: https://busybariatrics.com/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14053452 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3924 152 full false Episode 151: Passive-Aggressive Communication Episode 151: Passive-Aggressive Communication Wait… What? There’s passive communication… we’ve gone over that. There’s aggressive communication… we’ve talked about that! What then, is passive-aggressive communication? I mean, passive communication and aggressive communication couldn’t be any more opposite? What’s up with combining the two into a category of communication all its own?! Passive-Aggressive communication. Yep – it’s a thing. A not-at-all healthy thing! Listen in and hear how this interesting combination of behaviors converge into one confusing, and one very unhealthy way of expressing yourself… again possibly leading to emotional eating and the ultimate result of that… the dreaded regain. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Wait… What? There’s passive communication… we’ve gone over that. There’s aggressive communication… we’ve talked about that! What then, is passive-aggressive communication? I mean, passive communication and aggressive communication couldn’t be any more opposite? What’s up with combining the two into a category of communication all its own?! Passive-Aggressive communication. Yep – it’s a thing. A not-at-all healthy thing! Listen in and hear how this interesting combination of behaviors converge into one confusing, and one very unhealthy way of expressing yourself… again possibly leading to emotional eating and the ultimate result of that… the dreaded regain. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-14016268 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3026 151 full false Episode 150: Passive Communication Episode 150: Passive Communication We’ve discussed the most healthy form of communication, Assertive communication, and we’ve discussed a pretty detrimental form of communication, Aggressive communication! In this episode, I’ll be explaining what is referred to as a PASSIVE communication style. Passive communication is another form of less-than-healthy communication and one used by a LOT of folks… namely those who “want to avoid conflict at any cost.” Sound like anyone you know? Sounds like a LOT of people I talk with in my work! Listen in and learn how to break yourself of passively communicating (which, by the way, sets you up to be taken advantage of, which can lead to feeling resentful, which can lead to emotional eating, which WILL lead to weight regain)… Let’s DEFINITELY avoid THAT at all costs! Listen in!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> We’ve discussed the most healthy form of communication, Assertive communication, and we’ve discussed a pretty detrimental form of communication, Aggressive communication! In this episode, I’ll be explaining what is referred to as a PASSIVE communication style. Passive communication is another form of less-than-healthy communication and one used by a LOT of folks… namely those who “want to avoid conflict at any cost.” Sound like anyone you know? Sounds like a LOT of people I talk with in my work! Listen in and learn how to break yourself of passively communicating (which, by the way, sets you up to be taken advantage of, which can lead to feeling resentful, which can lead to emotional eating, which WILL lead to weight regain)… Let’s DEFINITELY avoid THAT at all costs! Listen in!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13931360 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3260 150 full false Episode 149: A Professional and Traveling Post-Op Episode 149: A Professional and Traveling Post-Op The guest on this episode has travelled to an astonishing 70+ countries, to include over a handful since having gastric bypass surgery… which was… get this … less than a year ago! She is ALSO a professional! A professional traveller? No, although I’m not sure a) if there is such a thing or b) what would qualify one as such! Today’s guest, Kenda Harrison is a nurse practitioner who has a private practice. Listen and hear not only about her amazing travels and how she navigates other countries as a post-op, but also about how she interacts with patients suffering from obesity in her medical practice! Kenda is one dynamic woman who highlights her bariatric journey on her YouTube channel! Details are in the show notes. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Kenda’s YouTube Channel: Kaki’s RNY Journey https://www.youtube.com/@kakisrnyjourney5376

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The guest on this episode has travelled to an astonishing 70+ countries, to include over a handful since having gastric bypass surgery… which was… get this … less than a year ago! She is ALSO a professional! A professional traveller? No, although I’m not sure a) if there is such a thing or b) what would qualify one as such! Today’s guest, Kenda Harrison is a nurse practitioner who has a private practice. Listen and hear not only about her amazing travels and how she navigates other countries as a post-op, but also about how she interacts with patients suffering from obesity in her medical practice! Kenda is one dynamic woman who highlights her bariatric journey on her YouTube channel! Details are in the show notes. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Kenda’s YouTube Channel: Kaki’s RNY Journey https://www.youtube.com/@kakisrnyjourney5376

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13931321 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500 4084 149 full false Episode 148: From Aggressive Communication to Assertive…Making the Changes Episode 148: From Aggressive Communication to Assertive…Making the Changes The goal for everyone when it comes to communicating with others would be to use ASSERTIVE communication… directly, respectfully, and honestly sharing your thoughts, feelings and desires with others. If you know your style tends to be more aggressive, listen to these real life situations and learn how to tweak that aggressive manner – which will create distance between you and whoever you’re dealing with – so you can become a much more effective ASSERTIVE communicator – and get a more positive result! Let’s get to learning…  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The goal for everyone when it comes to communicating with others would be to use ASSERTIVE communication… directly, respectfully, and honestly sharing your thoughts, feelings and desires with others. If you know your style tends to be more aggressive, listen to these real life situations and learn how to tweak that aggressive manner – which will create distance between you and whoever you’re dealing with – so you can become a much more effective ASSERTIVE communicator – and get a more positive result! Let’s get to learning…  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13889085 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0400 3795 148 full false Episode 147: Aggressive Communication A Lose-Lose in Life! Episode 147: Aggressive Communication A Lose-Lose in Life! Far from being an effective way to interact with people in life – and definitely as you navigate the many changes you face following bariatric surgery, aggressive communication is almost ALWAYS a lose-lose! If YOUR natural or habitual manner of talking to others has an aggressive edge, or if someone in your life regularly speaks to you using an aggressive tone, you’ll want to listen to this episode – maybe a number of times! Let’s get started so you know why!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Far from being an effective way to interact with people in life – and definitely as you navigate the many changes you face following bariatric surgery, aggressive communication is almost ALWAYS a lose-lose! If YOUR natural or habitual manner of talking to others has an aggressive edge, or if someone in your life regularly speaks to you using an aggressive tone, you’ll want to listen to this episode – maybe a number of times! Let’s get started so you know why!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13845352 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400 3271 147 full false Episode 146: YOUR Real-Life Examples and Assertive Communication Episode 146: YOUR Real-Life Examples and Assertive Communication “How do I tell my mother to back off my teenage girls and their lack of cleaning skills?” “What do I say to my almost-adult kids who told me they were fully supportive of me having surgery but now eat whatever they want in front of me? They tell me THEY didn’t have surgery and THEY aren’t trying to lose weight so they’ll eat whatever they want, wherever they want? HELP!” Here are some real-life examples of questions you have about addressing difficult issues using healthy, assertive communication. You guys provided some great situations, so let’s get on with this – hopefully – very helpful session!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> “How do I tell my mother to back off my teenage girls and their lack of cleaning skills?” “What do I say to my almost-adult kids who told me they were fully supportive of me having surgery but now eat whatever they want in front of me? They tell me THEY didn’t have surgery and THEY aren’t trying to lose weight so they’ll eat whatever they want, wherever they want? HELP!” Here are some real-life examples of questions you have about addressing difficult issues using healthy, assertive communication. You guys provided some great situations, so let’s get on with this – hopefully – very helpful session!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13799428 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3366 full false Episode 145: Assertive Communication in Your Post-Op Life Episode 145: Assertive Communication in Your Post-Op Life What is assertive communication? This is: “Hey! When you listen to my podcast, I feel grateful because I know you are working to understand yourself better as you create a healthy life you love!” Assertive communication is sharing with someone else how you feel about something, the reason you feel the way you do, and oftentimes, includes something you want or would appreciate. People often fear communicating in an assertive way, confusing being assertive with conflict or aggression! Not so! Being assertive is calm, respectful and direct! Even when you’re having what we refer to as a “difficult” conversation. Listen in and you’ll get a better understanding of what assertive communication is and sounds like!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What is assertive communication? This is: “Hey! When you listen to my podcast, I feel grateful because I know you are working to understand yourself better as you create a healthy life you love!” Assertive communication is sharing with someone else how you feel about something, the reason you feel the way you do, and oftentimes, includes something you want or would appreciate. People often fear communicating in an assertive way, confusing being assertive with conflict or aggression! Not so! Being assertive is calm, respectful and direct! Even when you’re having what we refer to as a “difficult” conversation. Listen in and you’ll get a better understanding of what assertive communication is and sounds like!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13755319 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2729 145 full false Episode 144: Stop Should’ing on Yourself! Episode 144: Stop Should’ing on Yourself! What does SHOULD’ing on yourself even mean? It means you’re being rigid, causing yourself, guilt and tension, and imposing additional obligations on yourself… by virtue of using the word SHOULD. Using shame-provoking words like “should,” “must,” “ought” and “have to” decreases motivation and decreases self-esteem… and increases stress, which, as I hear from patients every day, is one of the leading causes of a return to unhealthy eating habits… unhealthy eating habits leads to weight gain/regain. Therefore, we need to stop should’ing on ourselves… and on others, as well! Listen in and learn more about how this form of negative self-talk leads you away from your goals of living at a healthier weight and living a fuller life!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)
Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What does SHOULD’ing on yourself even mean? It means you’re being rigid, causing yourself, guilt and tension, and imposing additional obligations on yourself… by virtue of using the word SHOULD. Using shame-provoking words like “should,” “must,” “ought” and “have to” decreases motivation and decreases self-esteem… and increases stress, which, as I hear from patients every day, is one of the leading causes of a return to unhealthy eating habits… unhealthy eating habits leads to weight gain/regain. Therefore, we need to stop should’ing on ourselves… and on others, as well! Listen in and learn more about how this form of negative self-talk leads you away from your goals of living at a healthier weight and living a fuller life!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)
Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13712436 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2888 144 full false Episode 143: The 2nd Six “Hows” of Happiness Episode 143: The 2nd Six “Hows” of Happiness Strange name for a podcast episode! But not if you listened to last week’s episode, because it was called the First Six “How’s” of Happiness. What the heck is a “How” of Happiness anyway? Quite simply, it’s a way to increase your happiness… and the 12 items listed in the book titled The How of Happiness have been scientifically researched and proven to help you increase your levels of happiness. And who isn’t up for that? Listen in and get the scoop on the remaining six proven ways you can increase your happiness. AND… since this podcast is all about post-op living, I’ve shared suggestions for using each of these ways to increase happiness as part of your daily post-op living! So let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Strange name for a podcast episode! But not if you listened to last week’s episode, because it was called the First Six “How’s” of Happiness. What the heck is a “How” of Happiness anyway? Quite simply, it’s a way to increase your happiness… and the 12 items listed in the book titled The How of Happiness have been scientifically researched and proven to help you increase your levels of happiness. And who isn’t up for that? Listen in and get the scoop on the remaining six proven ways you can increase your happiness. AND… since this podcast is all about post-op living, I’ve shared suggestions for using each of these ways to increase happiness as part of your daily post-op living! So let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13669660 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3059 full false Episode 142: The First Six “Hows” of Happiness Episode 142: The First Six “Hows” of Happiness Do you know HOW to be happy? We all have an idea of what being happy means, but did you know there is a LOT of research on the topic of happiness. A woman named Sonja Lyubomirsky wrote a book called The How of Happiness in which she lists “how” to create and increase your happiness. I thought this list of 12 “Hows” of happiness fit right in with creating an overall healthy lifestyle for bariatric patients… well, for all people, actually. In this episode, I talk about the first 6 of the ways you can increase your happiness and specifically how to apply each to these items to your daily post-op life! Let’s get started so YOU can begin to increase YOUR happiness!  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Do you know HOW to be happy? We all have an idea of what being happy means, but did you know there is a LOT of research on the topic of happiness. A woman named Sonja Lyubomirsky wrote a book called The How of Happiness in which she lists “how” to create and increase your happiness. I thought this list of 12 “Hows” of happiness fit right in with creating an overall healthy lifestyle for bariatric patients… well, for all people, actually. In this episode, I talk about the first 6 of the ways you can increase your happiness and specifically how to apply each to these items to your daily post-op life! Let’s get started so YOU can begin to increase YOUR happiness!  

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Book: A Philospher’s Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such Goodness

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13624721 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3140 142 full false Episode 141: What are You Do-ing Differently This Time? Episode 141: What are You Do-ing Differently This Time? I couldn’t decide what to call this episode. I thought about calling it Those Old Habits That Seem to Creep Back In… Why? Because I hear that saying so frequently! “I can lose weight… but I just can’t seem to keep it off! Those old habits just creep back in.” I wonder every time… what do they creep back in on? Tiny little legs? Let’s get honest with ourselves, my friends! Habits do not have anything with which to creep back into your life. If you have returned to engaging in unhealthy eating habits – YOU have done the creeping… back to the pantry or back to the freezer!  Another tidbit of honesty… if you’re planning to have bariatric surgery… it – the surgery – does nothing to address unhealthy habits and YOU will re-engage in those unhealthy habits unless you learn some new tools. Which is what we do on this podcast! Offer you some tools so you CAN get that weight off and KEEP it off! Enough… Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Instagram: @growwithshe (Shea Quinn)

Instagram: @theweightingtable

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I couldn’t decide what to call this episode. I thought about calling it Those Old Habits That Seem to Creep Back In… Why? Because I hear that saying so frequently! “I can lose weight… but I just can’t seem to keep it off! Those old habits just creep back in.” I wonder every time… what do they creep back in on? Tiny little legs? Let’s get honest with ourselves, my friends! Habits do not have anything with which to creep back into your life. If you have returned to engaging in unhealthy eating habits – YOU have done the creeping… back to the pantry or back to the freezer!  Another tidbit of honesty… if you’re planning to have bariatric surgery… it – the surgery – does nothing to address unhealthy habits and YOU will re-engage in those unhealthy habits unless you learn some new tools. Which is what we do on this podcast! Offer you some tools so you CAN get that weight off and KEEP it off! Enough… Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Instagram: @growwithshe (Shea Quinn)

Instagram: @theweightingtable

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13581181 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2450 141 full false Episode 140: Grow with Shea! Episode 140: Grow with Shea! This episode of the podcast was so much fun to record! I got to interview Shea Quinn, who many of you may know from her two … yes, TWO podcasts! She hosts Grow with Shea on which she talks not only about her journey of weight loss following bariatric surgery, but openly discusses issues related to emotional healing, something everyone can relate to. Shea is also a host on the Weighting Table podcast along with her co-hosts Rob and Murph. These three talk about hottest topics in the bariatric and weight loss community. Shea was delightful to talk with… we stuck mostly to weight loss talk, had lots of great laughs and also went to some super sensitive places, making this an incredibly “REAL” and relatable interview! You’re gonna love it. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Instagram: @growwithshe (Shea Quinn)

Instagram: @theweightingtable the

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> This episode of the podcast was so much fun to record! I got to interview Shea Quinn, who many of you may know from her two … yes, TWO podcasts! She hosts Grow with Shea on which she talks not only about her journey of weight loss following bariatric surgery, but openly discusses issues related to emotional healing, something everyone can relate to. Shea is also a host on the Weighting Table podcast along with her co-hosts Rob and Murph. These three talk about hottest topics in the bariatric and weight loss community. Shea was delightful to talk with… we stuck mostly to weight loss talk, had lots of great laughs and also went to some super sensitive places, making this an incredibly “REAL” and relatable interview! You’re gonna love it. Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Instagram: @growwithshe (Shea Quinn)

Instagram: @theweightingtable the

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13537985 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3363 140 full false Episode 139: Anger and Its Affects on Your Weight and Health Episode 139: Anger and Its Affects on Your Weight and Health Anger is a normal and yes, a HEALTHY emotion! What can be unhealthy about anger is the way one expresses it. Equally unhealthy – and literally dangerous to your physical health – is NOT expressing anger at all! Yep! Unexpressed anger can increase your levels of stress, which, in turn, can increase the likelihood that you develop high blood pressure, heart problems and diseases related to inflammation! Learning to express anger in an assertive way is critical! Knowing HOW to express anger is one thing… but many people are AFRAID of anger as they saw it expressed in very frightening ways! Or they learned to be very passive-aggressive in their expression of anger! Listen in, take it in, sort through it, and LEARN to express your anger – and all your feelings to help ensure your emotional and physical health.   

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Goddesses Never Age by Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD

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]]> Anger is a normal and yes, a HEALTHY emotion! What can be unhealthy about anger is the way one expresses it. Equally unhealthy – and literally dangerous to your physical health – is NOT expressing anger at all! Yep! Unexpressed anger can increase your levels of stress, which, in turn, can increase the likelihood that you develop high blood pressure, heart problems and diseases related to inflammation! Learning to express anger in an assertive way is critical! Knowing HOW to express anger is one thing… but many people are AFRAID of anger as they saw it expressed in very frightening ways! Or they learned to be very passive-aggressive in their expression of anger! Listen in, take it in, sort through it, and LEARN to express your anger – and all your feelings to help ensure your emotional and physical health.   

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Goddesses Never Age by Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13495607 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3189 139 full false Episode 138: Your Bariatric HOME Community Episode 138: Your Bariatric HOME Community Today I am joined by my favorite co-host and bariatric post-op, Laura Preston. In today’s episode we talk about how finding your bariatric community in today’s climate is so much easier than when she and I entered the bariatric community nearly 2 decades ago! It’s critical as a bariatric patient to find a “home group” if you will, while still following your favorite individuals on social media. IN a home group, you develop relationships with a core group of people you can get to know, to count on to be there for you, to answer questions, to share ideas with, and to learn from. These kinds of bariatric friendships are truly a gift as a post-op! It’s great to have family and friends who support you along your journey, and yet oftentimes, as well-meaning as they are, they may not always really understand what you’re going through. They might also not want to hear about your bariatric journey as often as you’d like to talk about it! BariAftercare is the kind of bariatric home group where you have daily interaction with peers and professionals alike. AND, you can basically join BariAftercare for a full year for $5 if you sign up for my online 10-week class called Gain While You Lose, which begins on September 11th. Listen in to learn the details! This is the best win-win situation of the year!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Today I am joined by my favorite co-host and bariatric post-op, Laura Preston. In today’s episode we talk about how finding your bariatric community in today’s climate is so much easier than when she and I entered the bariatric community nearly 2 decades ago! It’s critical as a bariatric patient to find a “home group” if you will, while still following your favorite individuals on social media. IN a home group, you develop relationships with a core group of people you can get to know, to count on to be there for you, to answer questions, to share ideas with, and to learn from. These kinds of bariatric friendships are truly a gift as a post-op! It’s great to have family and friends who support you along your journey, and yet oftentimes, as well-meaning as they are, they may not always really understand what you’re going through. They might also not want to hear about your bariatric journey as often as you’d like to talk about it! BariAftercare is the kind of bariatric home group where you have daily interaction with peers and professionals alike. AND, you can basically join BariAftercare for a full year for $5 if you sign up for my online 10-week class called Gain While You Lose, which begins on September 11th. Listen in to learn the details! This is the best win-win situation of the year!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13447295 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3228 138 full false Episode 137: Lifestyle, Health and Where YOU Could be Headed Episode 137: Lifestyle, Health and Where YOU Could be Headed I end most of my podcasts and anything else I do when speaking to patients by saying, “It’s Your Health! Your Responsibility. This Day. Every Day.” After reading so much lately about how lifestyle, and specifically, how STRESS affects not only weight gain or regain, but the prevalence of cancers, Multiple Sclerosis, autoimmune diseases and Alzheimer’s disease, not to mention heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes, I am even more passionate about getting the word out about the importance of creating a healthy lifestyle for ourselves. A lifestyle that includes, of course, the quality of the foods you eat and getting regular exercise, but also involves participating in activities you very much enjoy, activities that reduce your levels of stress. A lifestyle that involves spending time with people you enjoy, who bring love and laughter into your world as opposed to adding to your levels of stress, and a lifestyle that includes having thoughts that are positive about yourself and about life! Your overall lifestyle can protect you from really bad chronic diseases AND may help you heal from disease already attacking your body. Let’s get started with this vital information so YOU can see what I’m all worked up about!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)


Books:

When the Body Says No by Gabor Mate

Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, MD

The Joy of Movement by Kelly McGonigal, PhD

Goddesses Never Age by Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD

The Body Knows the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, MD  

Movement for Self-Healing by Meir Schneider

Hands of Light by Barbara Ann Brennan

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I end most of my podcasts and anything else I do when speaking to patients by saying, “It’s Your Health! Your Responsibility. This Day. Every Day.” After reading so much lately about how lifestyle, and specifically, how STRESS affects not only weight gain or regain, but the prevalence of cancers, Multiple Sclerosis, autoimmune diseases and Alzheimer’s disease, not to mention heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes, I am even more passionate about getting the word out about the importance of creating a healthy lifestyle for ourselves. A lifestyle that includes, of course, the quality of the foods you eat and getting regular exercise, but also involves participating in activities you very much enjoy, activities that reduce your levels of stress. A lifestyle that involves spending time with people you enjoy, who bring love and laughter into your world as opposed to adding to your levels of stress, and a lifestyle that includes having thoughts that are positive about yourself and about life! Your overall lifestyle can protect you from really bad chronic diseases AND may help you heal from disease already attacking your body. Let’s get started with this vital information so YOU can see what I’m all worked up about!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)


Books:

When the Body Says No by Gabor Mate

Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke, MD

The Joy of Movement by Kelly McGonigal, PhD

Goddesses Never Age by Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD

The Body Knows the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, MD  

Movement for Self-Healing by Meir Schneider

Hands of Light by Barbara Ann Brennan

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13414205 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2891 137 full false Episode 136: Lifestyle Chat with Laura Episode 136: Lifestyle Chat with Laura In the last episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast! I talked about how the bariatric lifestyle is more than developing healthy habits in the areas of eating and exercise! Lifestyle incorporates your hobbies, your attitudes, the people you hang with and so much more! My good friend and passionate advocate of creating the life you love, Laura Preston was very enthusiastic about that episode and so we decided to have a chat together about how important creating a healthy lifestyle is, not only to your goals with weight, but in order to get the most out of life all the way around! I think you’ll enjoy our passion about the topic! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the last episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast! I talked about how the bariatric lifestyle is more than developing healthy habits in the areas of eating and exercise! Lifestyle incorporates your hobbies, your attitudes, the people you hang with and so much more! My good friend and passionate advocate of creating the life you love, Laura Preston was very enthusiastic about that episode and so we decided to have a chat together about how important creating a healthy lifestyle is, not only to your goals with weight, but in order to get the most out of life all the way around! I think you’ll enjoy our passion about the topic! Let’s get started!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13374391 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 4040 136 full false Episode 135: A Healthy Lifestyle at Any Size Episode 135: A Healthy Lifestyle at Any Size In the world of bariatric medicine, the word Lifestyle is often associated with nutrition and physical movement. Those are absolutely part of what lifestyle means. In addition, a healthy lifestyle includes your mindset, the people you hang out with, and the activities you participate in. Lifestyle is about your whole self… mind, body and spirit. Your overall lifestyle, as it turns out, has a huge impact on chronic disease. You’ve been told how much your weight has negatively affected your health for a long time… Turns out there are other aspects of lifestyle that also play a tremendous role in diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and inflammatory diseases. You had bariatric surgery so you could lose weight and reduce the likelihood of having those diseases. Now it’s time for you to look at other lifestyle factors that can also help treat or prevent you from having those diseases! It’s all about overall lifestyle!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the world of bariatric medicine, the word Lifestyle is often associated with nutrition and physical movement. Those are absolutely part of what lifestyle means. In addition, a healthy lifestyle includes your mindset, the people you hang out with, and the activities you participate in. Lifestyle is about your whole self… mind, body and spirit. Your overall lifestyle, as it turns out, has a huge impact on chronic disease. You’ve been told how much your weight has negatively affected your health for a long time… Turns out there are other aspects of lifestyle that also play a tremendous role in diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and inflammatory diseases. You had bariatric surgery so you could lose weight and reduce the likelihood of having those diseases. Now it’s time for you to look at other lifestyle factors that can also help treat or prevent you from having those diseases! It’s all about overall lifestyle!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13334458 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2674 135 full false Episode 134: Meet Jeannie, a dynamo Bariatric RD! Episode 134: Meet Jeannie, a dynamo Bariatric RD! I recently met Jeannie, a very dynamic, straightforward (my kinda woman) bariatric dietitian. Jeannie was recommended to me by my good friend and 18-year post-op, Laura Preston. Laura texted me these exact words: “Jeanie is a ROCK star…..super real. Super realistic. Funny. Straight Shooter.” And she on target with every one of those descriptive words! I had a wonderful time talking with Jeannie about how and why we both love working with the bariatric population. Listen as Jeannie shares terrific tips for patients who are working to create truly healthy lifestyles and you’ll hear for yourself why Laura AND I sing her praises. You can find Jeannie on Instagram at @barisuccessrd. After you follow Jeannie on Instagram, Go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for this incredible aftercare program! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Instagram: @barisuccessrd

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I recently met Jeannie, a very dynamic, straightforward (my kinda woman) bariatric dietitian. Jeannie was recommended to me by my good friend and 18-year post-op, Laura Preston. Laura texted me these exact words: “Jeanie is a ROCK star…..super real. Super realistic. Funny. Straight Shooter.” And she on target with every one of those descriptive words! I had a wonderful time talking with Jeannie about how and why we both love working with the bariatric population. Listen as Jeannie shares terrific tips for patients who are working to create truly healthy lifestyles and you’ll hear for yourself why Laura AND I sing her praises. You can find Jeannie on Instagram at @barisuccessrd. After you follow Jeannie on Instagram, Go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for this incredible aftercare program! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Instagram: @barisuccessrd

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13242226 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2675 134 full false Episode 133: Mind Prep – the Book! Part 2 Episode 133: Mind Prep – the Book! Part 2 In the last podcast episode, I reviewed my book called MindPrep – the Book! The title says “the book” in it because I have a video series called MindPrep. The video series is what inspired me to turn the content into a book. Not only do I include all of the information from the Mind Prep videos in the book, I have added information I’ve accumulated over the many years since initially developing the initial video series. If you missed the last podcast episode in which I reviewed the first half of the book, be sure to listen to it! In this episode, I’m discussing the last half of the book, the section focused primarily on the psychological and emotional changes that take place after a person has surgery. Things like your relationships… with food, with other people, and with yourself! I cover the importance of the Gotta Do ‘Ems, how vital it is to participate in an Aftercare program, and how critical it is to immerse yourself in learning the skills you need in order to refrain from emotional eating, to deal with naysayers and to avoid self-sabotage. Take a listen and then order the book either from my webpage at www.conniestapletonphd.com or from Amazon! Let’s get started with today’s episode!

Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the last podcast episode, I reviewed my book called MindPrep – the Book! The title says “the book” in it because I have a video series called MindPrep. The video series is what inspired me to turn the content into a book. Not only do I include all of the information from the Mind Prep videos in the book, I have added information I’ve accumulated over the many years since initially developing the initial video series. If you missed the last podcast episode in which I reviewed the first half of the book, be sure to listen to it! In this episode, I’m discussing the last half of the book, the section focused primarily on the psychological and emotional changes that take place after a person has surgery. Things like your relationships… with food, with other people, and with yourself! I cover the importance of the Gotta Do ‘Ems, how vital it is to participate in an Aftercare program, and how critical it is to immerse yourself in learning the skills you need in order to refrain from emotional eating, to deal with naysayers and to avoid self-sabotage. Take a listen and then order the book either from my webpage at www.conniestapletonphd.com or from Amazon! Let’s get started with today’s episode!

Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13241995 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2881 133 full false Episode 132: Mind Prep – the Book! Part 1 Episode 132: Mind Prep – the Book! Part 1 Fifteen years ago… or maybe it’s been longer ago at this point, I created a series of ten videos I require every person for whom I complete a presurgical psychological evaluation to watch. OK… I only require that they watch the first five as they are predominantly focused on pre-surgical psychological and emotional issues, but I strongly encourage them to watch the five post-op videos as well… even though they haven’t yet had surgery. The MindPrep series was created in part to assuage my sense of guilt. I felt guilty – and frankly – unethical having only one session with a patient. In that one session I am expected to get a full history from them AND share some information I believe they need prior to having surgery. Hence, the videos… and now the book! I have added a tremendous amount of information to MindPrep – the book. This book is invaluable to anyone at any stage of their bariatric journey! If you’re just starting the process or if you had your procedure ten years ago, this book will open your eyes to things you may never have thought of and help you in remarkable ways as you develop your healthy lifestyle. In Part One I cover the first half of the book and in the next podcast episode, we’ll cover the second half! Now let’s get started!

 Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Fifteen years ago… or maybe it’s been longer ago at this point, I created a series of ten videos I require every person for whom I complete a presurgical psychological evaluation to watch. OK… I only require that they watch the first five as they are predominantly focused on pre-surgical psychological and emotional issues, but I strongly encourage them to watch the five post-op videos as well… even though they haven’t yet had surgery. The MindPrep series was created in part to assuage my sense of guilt. I felt guilty – and frankly – unethical having only one session with a patient. In that one session I am expected to get a full history from them AND share some information I believe they need prior to having surgery. Hence, the videos… and now the book! I have added a tremendous amount of information to MindPrep – the book. This book is invaluable to anyone at any stage of their bariatric journey! If you’re just starting the process or if you had your procedure ten years ago, this book will open your eyes to things you may never have thought of and help you in remarkable ways as you develop your healthy lifestyle. In Part One I cover the first half of the book and in the next podcast episode, we’ll cover the second half! Now let’s get started!

 Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13206851 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2744 132 full false Episode 131: Let Freedom Ring! Casey shares her wisdom to maintaining freedom from Obesity! Episode 131: Let Freedom Ring! Casey shares her wisdom to maintaining freedom from Obesity! Casey is an incredible example of how to live life FULLY and enjoy the freedoms that significant weight loss offers. Casey is no longer hindered by excess weight and is able to participate fully in the many outdoor activities she has always loved. Jamie has learned to free herself to a significant degree from the negative self-talk she engaged in related to her weight, and THAT is a big deal! She has freed herself to be the person she naturally is! Casey is an avid learner, using books, podcasts and individual therapy to learn the skills and tools she needs to maintain the healthy lifestyle she most loves! Let Freedom Ring, my friends! You’re gonna love listening to Casie as much as I loved talking with her!

 Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/caseysjourneytohealth/

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Casey is an incredible example of how to live life FULLY and enjoy the freedoms that significant weight loss offers. Casey is no longer hindered by excess weight and is able to participate fully in the many outdoor activities she has always loved. Jamie has learned to free herself to a significant degree from the negative self-talk she engaged in related to her weight, and THAT is a big deal! She has freed herself to be the person she naturally is! Casey is an avid learner, using books, podcasts and individual therapy to learn the skills and tools she needs to maintain the healthy lifestyle she most loves! Let Freedom Ring, my friends! You’re gonna love listening to Casie as much as I loved talking with her!

 Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out!

Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/caseysjourneytohealth/

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13165825 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0400 3592 131 full false Episode 130: Talking with Caleshia – a post-op peer mentor on DO-ing! Episode 130: Talking with Caleshia – a post-op peer mentor on DO-ing! There are hundreds and thousands of post-op patients on the planet! A LOT of them are talking the talk about how to live a healthy post-op life… I wonder how many of those people are also WALKING THE WALK! Hopefully, a lot of them! I know for SURE that the post-op peer mentor I am talking to in this episode is doing both… talking the talk AND DO-ing the walking, as well! Listen as Caleshia shares some of the ways she works to maintain a healthy post-op life and how she shares what she is doing with so many others. Caleshia is ALSO one of the core members of the complete BariAftercare program! YOU can benefit from the complete bariaftercare program and learn from Caleshia and a core group of other post-ops who are sharing their experiences and wisdom on how to create and live a full, healthy life for yourself and those you love! Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> There are hundreds and thousands of post-op patients on the planet! A LOT of them are talking the talk about how to live a healthy post-op life… I wonder how many of those people are also WALKING THE WALK! Hopefully, a lot of them! I know for SURE that the post-op peer mentor I am talking to in this episode is doing both… talking the talk AND DO-ing the walking, as well! Listen as Caleshia shares some of the ways she works to maintain a healthy post-op life and how she shares what she is doing with so many others. Caleshia is ALSO one of the core members of the complete BariAftercare program! YOU can benefit from the complete bariaftercare program and learn from Caleshia and a core group of other post-ops who are sharing their experiences and wisdom on how to create and live a full, healthy life for yourself and those you love! Go to www.bariaftercare.com and check it out! 

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13121116 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2992 130 full false Episode 129: Bonus Podcast — Bariatric Men’s Retreat Episode 129: Bonus Podcast — Bariatric Men’s Retreat The number of women for whom I conduct pre-surgical bariatric evaluations far outweighs the number of men! According to the National Institutes of Health, 80% of those who had bariatric surgery in the ten years beginning in 2002 were women … meaning only 20% were men. These numbers remain pretty consistent today. Consequently, men are left out of the post-op bariatric community in a number of ways… which includes the therapeutic retreats I have been doing for the past five years. That all changes this year when, with the help of two of my favorite men in the bariatric community, I am offering the first therapeutic, five-day men’s bariatric retreat in Atlanta. Rob Dimedio will be assisting me in leading group discussions and taking charge of getting the guys doing some fun physical movement while Chef Healthy Henry involves the men in helping him cook for the entire gang while engaging with them in great conversation. Listen in and learn more about what the men’s retreat entails… And ladies – the women’s retreats are much the same and are equally as awesome! To get more information about the retreats, send an email to cstapletonphd@gmail.com.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The number of women for whom I conduct pre-surgical bariatric evaluations far outweighs the number of men! According to the National Institutes of Health, 80% of those who had bariatric surgery in the ten years beginning in 2002 were women … meaning only 20% were men. These numbers remain pretty consistent today. Consequently, men are left out of the post-op bariatric community in a number of ways… which includes the therapeutic retreats I have been doing for the past five years. That all changes this year when, with the help of two of my favorite men in the bariatric community, I am offering the first therapeutic, five-day men’s bariatric retreat in Atlanta. Rob Dimedio will be assisting me in leading group discussions and taking charge of getting the guys doing some fun physical movement while Chef Healthy Henry involves the men in helping him cook for the entire gang while engaging with them in great conversation. Listen in and learn more about what the men’s retreat entails… And ladies – the women’s retreats are much the same and are equally as awesome! To get more information about the retreats, send an email to cstapletonphd@gmail.com.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13079116 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 1882 129 full false Episode 128: Bariatrics info from The Land Down Under: Meet Jacqui Lewis from BN Healthy Episode 128: Bariatrics info from The Land Down Under: Meet Jacqui Lewis from BN Healthy One of the things I love most about the Internet is being able to connect with people in other parts of the world. Last year I had the opportunity to attend a bariatric conference in Australia. I met a number of professionals who are passionately working in the field of bariatrics. In this episode, I talk with Jacqui Lewis from BN Healthy, a bariatric vitamin company based in Australia. BN Healthy also sells bariatric vitamins in the US. I was recently at a patient-focused conference and BN Healthy was a major sponsor of the event! Listen in as Jacqui talks about the critical use of vitamins after bariatric surgery. She also shares a tremendous amount of information about the many other areas of bariatric education about which she is well-educated. Listen in, learn so much about vitamins … and enjoy listening to her beautiful Australian accent!  Also, be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

BN Healthy: https://bnhealthy.com/

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> One of the things I love most about the Internet is being able to connect with people in other parts of the world. Last year I had the opportunity to attend a bariatric conference in Australia. I met a number of professionals who are passionately working in the field of bariatrics. In this episode, I talk with Jacqui Lewis from BN Healthy, a bariatric vitamin company based in Australia. BN Healthy also sells bariatric vitamins in the US. I was recently at a patient-focused conference and BN Healthy was a major sponsor of the event! Listen in as Jacqui talks about the critical use of vitamins after bariatric surgery. She also shares a tremendous amount of information about the many other areas of bariatric education about which she is well-educated. Listen in, learn so much about vitamins … and enjoy listening to her beautiful Australian accent!  Also, be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

 Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

BN Healthy: https://bnhealthy.com/

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13078996 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3102 128 full false Episode 127: The Scale: Friend or Foe? Episode 127: The Scale: Friend or Foe? The scale… for some, this box of springs, pins, and gears shoved into a stainless steel or aluminum case… is a source of neutral information that can help them make behavioral adjustments in order to lose, maintain, or even gain weight (can you imagine…)? For others, the scale is the equivalent of a ferocious monster capable of mass emotional destruction should it display a number dreaded by the eyes of the beholder. For years, researchers have debated over the optimal frequency of weighing oneself to get maximum weight loss results… is it daily, or weekly… or perhaps not at all? In this episode I’ll share what the research says and discuss the pros and cons of weighing daily, weekly, or not at all! The most important message in this episode is that your success as a post-op, is NOT measured on any scale, but in terms of improved health, a better quality of life, and DO-ing the things you want to do in your life! Be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

Resources:

5 reasons you need to stop weighing yourself now by Cameron Evans
How Often Should You Weigh Yourself? by  Edward Abramson Ph.D.
Daily Weighing May Help Manage Your Weight by Linda Wasmer Andrews
The Tyranny of the Scale by Donna Fish, L.C.S.W-R

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> The scale… for some, this box of springs, pins, and gears shoved into a stainless steel or aluminum case… is a source of neutral information that can help them make behavioral adjustments in order to lose, maintain, or even gain weight (can you imagine…)? For others, the scale is the equivalent of a ferocious monster capable of mass emotional destruction should it display a number dreaded by the eyes of the beholder. For years, researchers have debated over the optimal frequency of weighing oneself to get maximum weight loss results… is it daily, or weekly… or perhaps not at all? In this episode I’ll share what the research says and discuss the pros and cons of weighing daily, weekly, or not at all! The most important message in this episode is that your success as a post-op, is NOT measured on any scale, but in terms of improved health, a better quality of life, and DO-ing the things you want to do in your life! Be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com

Resources:

5 reasons you need to stop weighing yourself now by Cameron Evans
How Often Should You Weigh Yourself? by  Edward Abramson Ph.D.
Daily Weighing May Help Manage Your Weight by Linda Wasmer Andrews
The Tyranny of the Scale by Donna Fish, L.C.S.W-R

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-13043380 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2965 127 full false Episode 126: Body Image: A Never-Ending Battle? Episode 126: Body Image: A Never-Ending Battle? Struggling with body image is a pre-surgery issue for many, a post-surgery issue for most, and a no-surgery problem for nearly everyone! The VAST majority of women (as in over 90% of us) struggle with body image issues while only 5% of women naturally have the figure traditionally depicted in media as THE ONE we should all aspire to have! Well, those are not good odds! Yet so many of us continue to harshly criticize our VERY normal imperfect figures! The national obsession to seek body perfection has led to serious emotional health issues and has the potential to interfere with your journey toward health… health, which is ultimately so much more important than our supposed body imperfections. Let’s look at this issue of body image and learn some important tools for coming to accept our bodies and focus on our health and quality of life!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

10 STEPS TO POSITIVE BODY IMAGE
The Dangers of Negative Body Image
The 4 Components of Body Image
Dealing With Body Image Issues
How to Improve Your Body Image

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Struggling with body image is a pre-surgery issue for many, a post-surgery issue for most, and a no-surgery problem for nearly everyone! The VAST majority of women (as in over 90% of us) struggle with body image issues while only 5% of women naturally have the figure traditionally depicted in media as THE ONE we should all aspire to have! Well, those are not good odds! Yet so many of us continue to harshly criticize our VERY normal imperfect figures! The national obsession to seek body perfection has led to serious emotional health issues and has the potential to interfere with your journey toward health… health, which is ultimately so much more important than our supposed body imperfections. Let’s look at this issue of body image and learn some important tools for coming to accept our bodies and focus on our health and quality of life!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

10 STEPS TO POSITIVE BODY IMAGE
The Dangers of Negative Body Image
The 4 Components of Body Image
Dealing With Body Image Issues
How to Improve Your Body Image

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12957803 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3145 126 full false Episode 125: Body Dysmorphic Disorder: What It IS and What It Is NOT Episode 125: Body Dysmorphic Disorder: What It IS and What It Is NOT People, to include medical professionals, seem to be throwing the term Body Dysmorphic Disorder around willy nilly these days. Unfortunately, many people are uneducated about what Body Dysmorphic Disorder actually is. In the world of bariatrics, it is my suspicion, based on the fact that only 1-2% of the population suffers from Body Dysmorphic Disorder and 90% of people (at least women) suffer from negative body image issues, that post-ops are dealing with DISTORTED BODY IMAGE issues but refer to this as Body Dysmorphic Disorder. I’m here to set the record straight so you know what you’re actually dealing with and IF you meet the criteria for Body Dysmporhic Disorder, then I’ll give you some information about where to get help for that. In the NEXT episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, I’ll talk all about Body Image Issues to include Negative Body Image, or Distorted Body Image issues. Let’s get started and be sure to listen in next week, as well!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Understanding the Difference Between Body Dysmorphia, Self-Esteem, and Negative Body Image

Understanding Body Dysmorphia and Body Image Issues

Body Dysmorphia And Negative Body Image The Truth Is You’re Confusing Them

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> People, to include medical professionals, seem to be throwing the term Body Dysmorphic Disorder around willy nilly these days. Unfortunately, many people are uneducated about what Body Dysmorphic Disorder actually is. In the world of bariatrics, it is my suspicion, based on the fact that only 1-2% of the population suffers from Body Dysmorphic Disorder and 90% of people (at least women) suffer from negative body image issues, that post-ops are dealing with DISTORTED BODY IMAGE issues but refer to this as Body Dysmorphic Disorder. I’m here to set the record straight so you know what you’re actually dealing with and IF you meet the criteria for Body Dysmporhic Disorder, then I’ll give you some information about where to get help for that. In the NEXT episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, I’ll talk all about Body Image Issues to include Negative Body Image, or Distorted Body Image issues. Let’s get started and be sure to listen in next week, as well!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Understanding the Difference Between Body Dysmorphia, Self-Esteem, and Negative Body Image

Understanding Body Dysmorphia and Body Image Issues

Body Dysmorphia And Negative Body Image The Truth Is You’re Confusing Them

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12957750 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2570 125 full false Episode 124: The Inimitable Laura Preston Episode 124: The Inimitable Laura Preston I read a fiction series one time and the female protagonist was referred to by the author throughout the series as being “inimitable.” I loved the word… after I looked it up to see what it meant. The word “inimitable” means, “impossible to copy; unique.” That is how I think of Laura Preston. Laura is an 18-year post-op who has also worked in several professional roles in the bariatric community. MOST importantly, in terms of bariatrics, Laura has educated, inspired, encouraged, nudged, and walked the walked with thousands of bariatric friends. She has taught me so much, both personally and professionally, about a myriad of topics, and I know I can always count on Laura to be 100% upfront, honest and direct. You do NOT want to miss this episode OR all of Laura’s input on the BariAftercare FB page! Check out the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Now, let’s meet Laura!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/fear-of-success Explaining the Fear of Success

https://www.successstartswithin.com/blog/fear-of-success 3 Steps to Overcome Fear of Success

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I read a fiction series one time and the female protagonist was referred to by the author throughout the series as being “inimitable.” I loved the word… after I looked it up to see what it meant. The word “inimitable” means, “impossible to copy; unique.” That is how I think of Laura Preston. Laura is an 18-year post-op who has also worked in several professional roles in the bariatric community. MOST importantly, in terms of bariatrics, Laura has educated, inspired, encouraged, nudged, and walked the walked with thousands of bariatric friends. She has taught me so much, both personally and professionally, about a myriad of topics, and I know I can always count on Laura to be 100% upfront, honest and direct. You do NOT want to miss this episode OR all of Laura’s input on the BariAftercare FB page! Check out the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Now, let’s meet Laura!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/fear-of-success Explaining the Fear of Success

https://www.successstartswithin.com/blog/fear-of-success 3 Steps to Overcome Fear of Success

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12900667 Tue, 23 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 3330 124 full false Episode 123: Fear of Success! Episode 123: Fear of Success! Are you really fearful of succeeding at weight loss or are you possibly afraid of the life changes that often accompany weight loss success? Do you fear changes in your relationships? Changes in the amount of attention you will receive after losing weight? Changes related to what others may expect of you as a healthier-weight, more active person? Are you afraid of the amount of effort it will take to maintain your weight loss success? If you are like so many others, these are valid concerns when it comes to the weight loss journey. The great news is, your fears of things related to weight loss success CAN be worked through! You can overcome your side fears and enjoy ongoing success in relation to living a healthier lifestyle at a healthier weight for your body! Listen in and learn how!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/fear-of-success Explaining the Fear of Success

https://www.successstartswithin.com/blog/fear-of-success 3 Steps to Overcome Fear of Success

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Are you really fearful of succeeding at weight loss or are you possibly afraid of the life changes that often accompany weight loss success? Do you fear changes in your relationships? Changes in the amount of attention you will receive after losing weight? Changes related to what others may expect of you as a healthier-weight, more active person? Are you afraid of the amount of effort it will take to maintain your weight loss success? If you are like so many others, these are valid concerns when it comes to the weight loss journey. The great news is, your fears of things related to weight loss success CAN be worked through! You can overcome your side fears and enjoy ongoing success in relation to living a healthier lifestyle at a healthier weight for your body! Listen in and learn how!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/fear-of-success Explaining the Fear of Success

https://www.successstartswithin.com/blog/fear-of-success 3 Steps to Overcome Fear of Success

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12864514 Wed, 17 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2755 123 full false Episode 122: Fear of Failure and YOUR Weight! Episode 122: Fear of Failure and YOUR Weight! If you’ve ever lost weight before, only to gain some, most, or all of it back, then you are likely familiar with fear of failure! Now you’re considering, or have had bariatric surgery, you may realize that the pesky old fear of failure lurks in the back of your mind, never too far from consciousness. Let’s talk openly about this nagging nuisance. AND let’s talk about some great ways to minimize the power that fear of failure can have over developing a healthy lifestyle so you can participate in the life of your dreams! To receive daily inspiration designed to help you live your healthiest life after bariatric surgery, go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for the complete program! Let’s get started with today’s episode!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

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]]> If you’ve ever lost weight before, only to gain some, most, or all of it back, then you are likely familiar with fear of failure! Now you’re considering, or have had bariatric surgery, you may realize that the pesky old fear of failure lurks in the back of your mind, never too far from consciousness. Let’s talk openly about this nagging nuisance. AND let’s talk about some great ways to minimize the power that fear of failure can have over developing a healthy lifestyle so you can participate in the life of your dreams! To receive daily inspiration designed to help you live your healthiest life after bariatric surgery, go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for the complete program! Let’s get started with today’s episode!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12819593 Wed, 10 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2977 122 full false Episode 121: Meet Your BariAftercare Support Team Episode 121: Meet Your BariAftercare Support Team One of my favorite sayings is, “No one can do it for you, but you can’t do it alone!” Meaning… you are the one who ultimately does the DO-ing required for making the changes in your life. However, without the support, encouragement, accountability and an occasional loving kick in the rear from others, the DO-ing may not get done! In this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, meet the amazing group of peers and professionals who will, on a daily basis, contribute to your education about how to live a healthy post-op life, provide you with ongoing encouragement, give you lots of tips and tools to incorporate into your daily post-op life, and share parts of their own stories of personal growth as post-ops! To receive all of their input into YOUR journey, go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for the complete program! Let’s get on with the introductions!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

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]]> One of my favorite sayings is, “No one can do it for you, but you can’t do it alone!” Meaning… you are the one who ultimately does the DO-ing required for making the changes in your life. However, without the support, encouragement, accountability and an occasional loving kick in the rear from others, the DO-ing may not get done! In this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, meet the amazing group of peers and professionals who will, on a daily basis, contribute to your education about how to live a healthy post-op life, provide you with ongoing encouragement, give you lots of tips and tools to incorporate into your daily post-op life, and share parts of their own stories of personal growth as post-ops! To receive all of their input into YOUR journey, go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up for the complete program! Let’s get on with the introductions!

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12781174 Thu, 04 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2340 121 full false Episode 120: Dr. Susan Mitchell talks about Dieting After Bariatric Surgery Episode 120: Dr. Susan Mitchell talks about Dieting After Bariatric Surgery The diet mentality can keep you sucked into the vortex of maintaining an unhealthy relationship with food… which, by the way, often impacts your relationship with yourself… also in an unhealthy way. One of my hopes, which is also shared by Dr. Susan Mitchell, a registered dietician who has worked in the world of weight loss and bariatric surgery for many years. In this episode, Dr. Mitchell talks about DIETING after having bariatric surgery. Invite everyone you know who has had, or who is thinking about having bariatric surgery, to listen to this episode with Dr. Susan! And be sure to listen to Dr. Susan’s award-winning podcast, Bariatric Surgery Success.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

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]]> The diet mentality can keep you sucked into the vortex of maintaining an unhealthy relationship with food… which, by the way, often impacts your relationship with yourself… also in an unhealthy way. One of my hopes, which is also shared by Dr. Susan Mitchell, a registered dietician who has worked in the world of weight loss and bariatric surgery for many years. In this episode, Dr. Mitchell talks about DIETING after having bariatric surgery. Invite everyone you know who has had, or who is thinking about having bariatric surgery, to listen to this episode with Dr. Susan! And be sure to listen to Dr. Susan’s award-winning podcast, Bariatric Surgery Success.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)

Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)

Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)

Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)

Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12764390 Tue, 02 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2755 120 full false Episode 119: How Expectations Can Lead to Trouble Episode 119: How Expectations Can Lead to Trouble You know how we get ourselves in trouble with expectations? We mistake wishes, wants, dreams and desires for realistic outcomes. Expectations are defined as a strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future. Realistic expectations are based on what is actually possible, not on desire or dreams alone. When it comes to weight loss, unrealistic expectations run amok. Let’s dig in to this episode and look at how unrealistic expectations are a form of self-sabotage and lead to giving up on our goals all together, cause problems in relationships, and damage self-esteem. AND… we’ll talk about how to set realistic goals that will lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @cale101

Instagram: @myweightishistory 

How to Relinquish Unrealistic Expectations: 4 Tips
https://psychcentral.com/lib/how-to-relinquish-unrealistic-expectations

The Psychology of Expectations

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cui-bono/201802/the-psychology-expectations

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]]> You know how we get ourselves in trouble with expectations? We mistake wishes, wants, dreams and desires for realistic outcomes. Expectations are defined as a strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future. Realistic expectations are based on what is actually possible, not on desire or dreams alone. When it comes to weight loss, unrealistic expectations run amok. Let’s dig in to this episode and look at how unrealistic expectations are a form of self-sabotage and lead to giving up on our goals all together, cause problems in relationships, and damage self-esteem. AND… we’ll talk about how to set realistic goals that will lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Resources:

BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @cale101

Instagram: @myweightishistory 

How to Relinquish Unrealistic Expectations: 4 Tips
https://psychcentral.com/lib/how-to-relinquish-unrealistic-expectations

The Psychology of Expectations

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cui-bono/201802/the-psychology-expectations

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12725181 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2930 119 full false Episode 118: Obesity… Whose FAULT is it, anyway? Episode 118: Obesity… Whose FAULT is it, anyway? Have you seen the latest headlines by professionals in the world of bariatric medicine? Extra, Extra… read all about it: Obesity Is Not Your Fault! Who doesn’t want to hear that? Besides me, that is… Why don’t I want to hear that obesity is not your fault? Is it because I believe that obesity IS your fault? I certainly do NOT think your genetics are your fault, nor do I think your childhood environment was your fault, nor do I think many illness and medications that lead to weight gain are your fault. So, what IS my issue with professionals proclaiming that “Obesity is not your fault?” Guess you’ll have to listen and find out… More importantly, listen and make up your OWN mind about this issue… and whether fault or blame is what we really need to be focusing on when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Why we play the blame game—but rarely win.

The Obesity Pandemic—Whose Responsibility? No Blame, No Shame, Not More of the Same

Berry EM. The Obesity Pandemic-Whose Responsibility? No Blame, No Shame, Not More of the Same. Front Nutr. 2020 Jan 31;7:2. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.00002. PMID: 32118024; PMCID: PMC7025495.

9 Reasons Why Obesity is Not Just a Choice

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]]> Have you seen the latest headlines by professionals in the world of bariatric medicine? Extra, Extra… read all about it: Obesity Is Not Your Fault! Who doesn’t want to hear that? Besides me, that is… Why don’t I want to hear that obesity is not your fault? Is it because I believe that obesity IS your fault? I certainly do NOT think your genetics are your fault, nor do I think your childhood environment was your fault, nor do I think many illness and medications that lead to weight gain are your fault. So, what IS my issue with professionals proclaiming that “Obesity is not your fault?” Guess you’ll have to listen and find out… More importantly, listen and make up your OWN mind about this issue… and whether fault or blame is what we really need to be focusing on when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Why we play the blame game—but rarely win.

The Obesity Pandemic—Whose Responsibility? No Blame, No Shame, Not More of the Same

Berry EM. The Obesity Pandemic-Whose Responsibility? No Blame, No Shame, Not More of the Same. Front Nutr. 2020 Jan 31;7:2. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2020.00002. PMID: 32118024; PMCID: PMC7025495.

9 Reasons Why Obesity is Not Just a Choice

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12681565 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400 3094 118 full false Episode 117: “I’m my own worst enemy…” Self-Sabotage and Weight Loss Episode 117: “I’m my own worst enemy…” Self-Sabotage and Weight Loss Brittany Spears confessed it many years ago, and many of us could do the same most days of our lives: “Oops. I did it again.” I can’t remember what Brittany had done again, but when it comes to sabotaging weight loss and healthy lifestyle efforts, there is no shortage of examples. As with most behaviors, those we engage in that lead us away from our goals usually begin in our thoughts. Oh, the power of our thoughts. And the destruction of self-sabotaging behaviors. You CAN learn to stop setting yourself up for failure and you CAN stop behaving in ways that sabotage your success. Listen in and learn how! 

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

How to stop weight loss self-sabotage By Mel and Ronnie Oliech

https://imanitribe.com/blog/how-to-stop-weight-loss-self-sabotage/

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]]> Brittany Spears confessed it many years ago, and many of us could do the same most days of our lives: “Oops. I did it again.” I can’t remember what Brittany had done again, but when it comes to sabotaging weight loss and healthy lifestyle efforts, there is no shortage of examples. As with most behaviors, those we engage in that lead us away from our goals usually begin in our thoughts. Oh, the power of our thoughts. And the destruction of self-sabotaging behaviors. You CAN learn to stop setting yourself up for failure and you CAN stop behaving in ways that sabotage your success. Listen in and learn how! 

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

How to stop weight loss self-sabotage By Mel and Ronnie Oliech

https://imanitribe.com/blog/how-to-stop-weight-loss-self-sabotage/

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12641186 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0400 2843 117 full false Episode 116: Identity Exposed Through Self-Talk Episode 116: Identity Exposed Through Self-Talk If you’re regularly dissing on yourself in what you say to and about yourself (or even think negative thoughts about yourself), not only will your life suffer, but so will the lives of those around you! Let’s be honest… if you’re feeling angry with yourself, if you’re down on yourself all the time… it’s like being lost in a mental boxing ring in your head and you’re about to knock yourself out because you’ve been beating on yourself with negative self-talk. Not only are you being hurt, but the others in your vicinity are gonna feel that energy coming from you. And when it comes to negative self-talk, the energy is definitely negative. Negative thoughts lead to negative feelings, which often leads to negative behavior… often in the way of unhealthy eating. Let’s make stinking thinking (the negative self-talk) a thing of the past. Doing so will greatly increase the likelihood of you maintaining a healthy weight! Let’s learn how this is all connected…

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

The Committee in Your Mind (Part 1), Dr. April Seifert https://www.peakmindpsychology.com/blog/0187

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]]> If you’re regularly dissing on yourself in what you say to and about yourself (or even think negative thoughts about yourself), not only will your life suffer, but so will the lives of those around you! Let’s be honest… if you’re feeling angry with yourself, if you’re down on yourself all the time… it’s like being lost in a mental boxing ring in your head and you’re about to knock yourself out because you’ve been beating on yourself with negative self-talk. Not only are you being hurt, but the others in your vicinity are gonna feel that energy coming from you. And when it comes to negative self-talk, the energy is definitely negative. Negative thoughts lead to negative feelings, which often leads to negative behavior… often in the way of unhealthy eating. Let’s make stinking thinking (the negative self-talk) a thing of the past. Doing so will greatly increase the likelihood of you maintaining a healthy weight! Let’s learn how this is all connected…

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

The Committee in Your Mind (Part 1), Dr. April Seifert https://www.peakmindpsychology.com/blog/0187

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12594793 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400 2654 116 full false Episode 115: Self-esteem, Identity, and Behavior Episode 115: Self-esteem, Identity, and Behavior Who wants to acknowledge that their behavior broadcasts to others their level of self-esteem (at least to some degree)? Let’s see… when my body was emaciated from anorexia, it was an outward sign, unfortunately, of my internal low self-esteem. When I got drunk five nights a week during my last two years of college, it too, was an indication that my self-esteem was in the toilet, as did my abuse of prescription pain medication. Our behaviors reflect, to some degree, how we feel about ourselves. Research is clear that disordered eating, which can lead to obesity, emotional health issues and physical problems, is inextricably linked to low self-esteem. Anyone who has struggled with carrying extra weight knows that obesity takes a toll on one’s self-esteem. The really great news is that we can improve our self-esteem, which will lead to healthier behaviors.  And improving our behaviors, increases self-esteem. It’s a win-win.  Intriguing… let’s learn more about how this works… 

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Self-esteem: Take steps to feel better about yourself.

Identity-Based Habits: How to Actually Stick to Your Goals This Year

Is self-esteem the primary predictor of disordered eating?

Weight stigmatization and disordered eating in obese women: The mediating effects of self-esteem and fear of negative appearance evaluation

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]]> Who wants to acknowledge that their behavior broadcasts to others their level of self-esteem (at least to some degree)? Let’s see… when my body was emaciated from anorexia, it was an outward sign, unfortunately, of my internal low self-esteem. When I got drunk five nights a week during my last two years of college, it too, was an indication that my self-esteem was in the toilet, as did my abuse of prescription pain medication. Our behaviors reflect, to some degree, how we feel about ourselves. Research is clear that disordered eating, which can lead to obesity, emotional health issues and physical problems, is inextricably linked to low self-esteem. Anyone who has struggled with carrying extra weight knows that obesity takes a toll on one’s self-esteem. The really great news is that we can improve our self-esteem, which will lead to healthier behaviors.  And improving our behaviors, increases self-esteem. It’s a win-win.  Intriguing… let’s learn more about how this works… 

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Self-esteem: Take steps to feel better about yourself.

Identity-Based Habits: How to Actually Stick to Your Goals This Year

Is self-esteem the primary predictor of disordered eating?

Weight stigmatization and disordered eating in obese women: The mediating effects of self-esteem and fear of negative appearance evaluation

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12538525 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:00:00 -0400 2307 115 full false Episode 114: The 4 ACES — SELF Episode 114: The 4 ACES — SELF Some self-disclosure for you on THIS episode of BariAftercare! The SELF is a work in progress throughout our lives. There is a big TO DO following bariatric surgery when it comes to the SELF. Why? Because how we feel about ourSELF has a LOT to do with how we treat our bodies, the kinds of relationships we have … with other people, with food, with finances, with alcohol and many other things. Listen in and hear about my recent revelations about SELF and give some consideration to your relationship with YOUR self and what you might need to do to work on that relationship in order to improve your odds of maintaining weight loss and living an overall healthy lifestyle!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Some self-disclosure for you on THIS episode of BariAftercare! The SELF is a work in progress throughout our lives. There is a big TO DO following bariatric surgery when it comes to the SELF. Why? Because how we feel about ourSELF has a LOT to do with how we treat our bodies, the kinds of relationships we have … with other people, with food, with finances, with alcohol and many other things. Listen in and hear about my recent revelations about SELF and give some consideration to your relationship with YOUR self and what you might need to do to work on that relationship in order to improve your odds of maintaining weight loss and living an overall healthy lifestyle!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12498373 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 23:00:00 -0400 3085 114 full false Episode 113: The 4 ACES — Effort Episode 113: The 4 ACES — Effort I found a quote I really like and it’s perfect for today’s podcast. The quote goes like this, “Success is never owned; it is only rented – and the rent is due every day.” Rory Vaden, the author of “Take the Stairs: 7 steps for Achieving True Success, is the person who said that. Basically, what Mr. Vaden is saying is the effort you put in today – to whatever it is you’re doing – determines your success tomorrow. The effort you put into developing your healthy lifestyle TODAY… will determine your long-term success. And isn’t that what you’re really interested in? Long-term weight maintenance? An overall healthy lifestyle? Then we need to get serious about this business of EFFORT… of ACTION… of DOING! We get results through action, NOT words. Again, the quote: “Success is never owned; it is only rented – and the rent is due every day.” Effort, action, doing… all are needed every day to get the results you say you want!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I found a quote I really like and it’s perfect for today’s podcast. The quote goes like this, “Success is never owned; it is only rented – and the rent is due every day.” Rory Vaden, the author of “Take the Stairs: 7 steps for Achieving True Success, is the person who said that. Basically, what Mr. Vaden is saying is the effort you put in today – to whatever it is you’re doing – determines your success tomorrow. The effort you put into developing your healthy lifestyle TODAY… will determine your long-term success. And isn’t that what you’re really interested in? Long-term weight maintenance? An overall healthy lifestyle? Then we need to get serious about this business of EFFORT… of ACTION… of DOING! We get results through action, NOT words. Again, the quote: “Success is never owned; it is only rented – and the rent is due every day.” Effort, action, doing… all are needed every day to get the results you say you want!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12451815 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2277 113 full false Episode 112: The 4 ACES: Accountability Episode 112: The 4 ACES: Accountability Many years ago, I was a patient in an outpatient program that met four nights a week. One day, the counselor approached me and told me I could no longer wear any makeup – to include mascara – to the sessions each night. From that night on, I was held accountable for following through with the no make-up/no mascara agreement as the counselor literally scrutinized my face every evening! Accountability. Being responsible, being obliged to do something we have agreed to do, being … well… an adult, could we say? Accountability can significantly increase the odds of your maintaining a healthy weight and living a healthy lifestyle. Listen in and learn the reasons why… while also getting great ideas for establishing  accountability measures to use in your life! And… you’ll also find out the reason behind the no make-up (including no mascara) instructions! Let’s get started.

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

https://planosnutrition.com/2021/02/22/the-power-of-accountability/

https://www.matherhospital.org/weight-loss-matters/accountability-and-weight-loss/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Many years ago, I was a patient in an outpatient program that met four nights a week. One day, the counselor approached me and told me I could no longer wear any makeup – to include mascara – to the sessions each night. From that night on, I was held accountable for following through with the no make-up/no mascara agreement as the counselor literally scrutinized my face every evening! Accountability. Being responsible, being obliged to do something we have agreed to do, being … well… an adult, could we say? Accountability can significantly increase the odds of your maintaining a healthy weight and living a healthy lifestyle. Listen in and learn the reasons why… while also getting great ideas for establishing  accountability measures to use in your life! And… you’ll also find out the reason behind the no make-up (including no mascara) instructions! Let’s get started.

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

https://planosnutrition.com/2021/02/22/the-power-of-accountability/

https://www.matherhospital.org/weight-loss-matters/accountability-and-weight-loss/

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12404387 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 20:00:00 -0500 1889 112 full false Episode 111: The 4 ACES: ACCEPTANCE… it IS what it IS Episode 111: The 4 ACES: ACCEPTANCE… it IS what it IS I was with two of my grandsons this weekend… on Saturday and Sunday … for quite some time. On Monday my son, their father, informed me that not only did both boys test positive for strep throat on Monday, so did my son and his wife, their mother! I adamantly told my son that I am NOT going to have strep throat! My insistence that I won’t be getting strep does NOT negate the reality that I was exposed and that I may, in fact, come down with strep throat. I would be wise to ACCEPT that I was exposed, ACCEPT that strep throat is highly contagious, and ACCEPT that I may come down with it. When it comes to maintaining weight loss, there are some things you may need to accept, whether you like the realities or not! Let’s talk about some of the things you need to accept as a post-op if you want to maintain your weight loss. Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> I was with two of my grandsons this weekend… on Saturday and Sunday … for quite some time. On Monday my son, their father, informed me that not only did both boys test positive for strep throat on Monday, so did my son and his wife, their mother! I adamantly told my son that I am NOT going to have strep throat! My insistence that I won’t be getting strep does NOT negate the reality that I was exposed and that I may, in fact, come down with strep throat. I would be wise to ACCEPT that I was exposed, ACCEPT that strep throat is highly contagious, and ACCEPT that I may come down with it. When it comes to maintaining weight loss, there are some things you may need to accept, whether you like the realities or not! Let’s talk about some of the things you need to accept as a post-op if you want to maintain your weight loss. Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12358505 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:00:00 -0500 2211 111 full false Episode 110: The 4 ACES: Focus on Attitude Episode 110: The 4 ACES: Focus on Attitude In the movie, Cool Runnings (a must see in my book), the main character, Daresse, who is preparing for the Olympic try-outs as a sprinter, says to his wife, “I don't care how fast they run, I'm going to run faster. I don't care how much they want it, I want it more. I'm going to the Olympics, baby. I feel it.”

THAT is a positive attitude! And having a positive attitude is critical to achieve one’s goals.

Attitude. That’s what we are talking about today. And in particular, we’re talking about how having a positive attitude is not just important when it comes to losing weight and maintaining that weight loss, it is CRITICAL… ESSENTIAL to maintaining weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Listen in and learn how to improve your attitude and keep that weight off… Here’s a hint.. you have to use AWARENESS, which we talked about in last week’s episode to help you improve your ATTITUDE! Let’s get on with today’s message!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Get Rid Of Your “Fattitude” and Develop a “Fittitude” by Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Kim Feinstein, RedMountain Weight Loss Behavioral Weight Loss Specialist

How Positive Thinking Can Help You Lose Weight by Dr. Simonds, board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the movie, Cool Runnings (a must see in my book), the main character, Daresse, who is preparing for the Olympic try-outs as a sprinter, says to his wife, “I don't care how fast they run, I'm going to run faster. I don't care how much they want it, I want it more. I'm going to the Olympics, baby. I feel it.”

THAT is a positive attitude! And having a positive attitude is critical to achieve one’s goals.

Attitude. That’s what we are talking about today. And in particular, we’re talking about how having a positive attitude is not just important when it comes to losing weight and maintaining that weight loss, it is CRITICAL… ESSENTIAL to maintaining weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Listen in and learn how to improve your attitude and keep that weight off… Here’s a hint.. you have to use AWARENESS, which we talked about in last week’s episode to help you improve your ATTITUDE! Let’s get on with today’s message!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Get Rid Of Your “Fattitude” and Develop a “Fittitude” by Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Kim Feinstein, RedMountain Weight Loss Behavioral Weight Loss Specialist

How Positive Thinking Can Help You Lose Weight by Dr. Simonds, board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12342293 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:00:00 -0500 1861 110 full false Episode 109: The 4 ACES: Focus on Awareness Episode 109: The 4 ACES: Focus on Awareness “Connie! You’ve got to be careful with your voice!” people would tell me... a lot of people… “What do you mean?” I asked, sincerely not sure what was wrong with my voice. What I learned was that, unaware to myself, I always spoke very loudly, I sounded angry and more intense than I was feeling. I was unaware. Completely unaware that I came across that way. With awareness, I have learned that I can change how I use my voice and doing so greatly improves my relationships with people. When it comes to your weight loss journey, what do you need become aware of? Are you an emotional eater? Do you make excuses for choosing unhealthy foods? Do you rationalize not exercising? Listen in and learn how being aware of something gives you an opportunity to make healthier changes, which could make a big difference in your long-term health!  

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> “Connie! You’ve got to be careful with your voice!” people would tell me... a lot of people… “What do you mean?” I asked, sincerely not sure what was wrong with my voice. What I learned was that, unaware to myself, I always spoke very loudly, I sounded angry and more intense than I was feeling. I was unaware. Completely unaware that I came across that way. With awareness, I have learned that I can change how I use my voice and doing so greatly improves my relationships with people. When it comes to your weight loss journey, what do you need become aware of? Are you an emotional eater? Do you make excuses for choosing unhealthy foods? Do you rationalize not exercising? Listen in and learn how being aware of something gives you an opportunity to make healthier changes, which could make a big difference in your long-term health!  

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Instagram: @therealbariboss

Instgram: @lauraleepreston

Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry

Instagram: @myweightishistory

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12264549 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 23:00:00 -0500 1970 109 full false Episode 108: How’s Your Relationship With Food? Episode 108: How’s Your Relationship With Food? Relationships … we have relationships with family members, friends, co-workers, partners, pets, … and yes – we have a relationship with food! What is the quality of your relationships? Are some of them healthy and others unhealthy? What makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy anyway? If you have an unhealthy relationship … with food, in this case… what can you do to improve that relationship? Listen in and give some thought to YOUR relationship with food… and then write a letter to food! What??? Let’s get started….

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com
BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Relationships … we have relationships with family members, friends, co-workers, partners, pets, … and yes – we have a relationship with food! What is the quality of your relationships? Are some of them healthy and others unhealthy? What makes a relationship healthy or unhealthy anyway? If you have an unhealthy relationship … with food, in this case… what can you do to improve that relationship? Listen in and give some thought to YOUR relationship with food… and then write a letter to food! What??? Let’s get started….

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com
BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12208565 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500 2668 108 full false Episode 107: Actions Speak Louder Than Words… and Also Demonstrate Your Desire for Change! Episode 107: Actions Speak Louder Than Words… and Also Demonstrate Your Desire for Change! We’ve all heard that actions speak louder than words. This definitely holds true in the world of bariatrics! Prior to surgery or any weight loss program, most people talk about their commitment, their readiness for change, and proclaim their promises to do things differently this time. In this episode of BariAftercare, we’ll explore 9 objective factors that can help determine if a person is realistically likely to make changes in their life. These factors were introduced by best-selling author Henry Cloud, and are from the book Necessary Endings. Dr. Cloud also co-authored the phenomenal book,  Boundaries. As we review these 9 factors, consider your own journey and ask yourself if you are talking the talk or walking the walk toward sustained weight loss, improved health and a better quality of life. Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com
BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare
Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> We’ve all heard that actions speak louder than words. This definitely holds true in the world of bariatrics! Prior to surgery or any weight loss program, most people talk about their commitment, their readiness for change, and proclaim their promises to do things differently this time. In this episode of BariAftercare, we’ll explore 9 objective factors that can help determine if a person is realistically likely to make changes in their life. These factors were introduced by best-selling author Henry Cloud, and are from the book Necessary Endings. Dr. Cloud also co-authored the phenomenal book,  Boundaries. As we review these 9 factors, consider your own journey and ask yourself if you are talking the talk or walking the walk toward sustained weight loss, improved health and a better quality of life. Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com
BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare
Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12167622 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500 1898 107 full false Episode 106: Focus on the Process in Order to Reach Your Goals Episode 106: Focus on the Process in Order to Reach Your Goals In the bariatric world, we focus a lot on setting goals. A goal answers the question: What do you want? As a post-op, you want to lose weight, improve your health and the quality of your life, and you want to maintain that healthier weight for life! Those are truly great goals! Having a process, or system, answers the question, “How are you going to reach those goals?” Goals point you in the direction you want to go. Your process, or system, is made up of the things you do each day so that you reach those goals. Listen to this episode of BariAftercare and learn the importance of developing an individualized system that keeps you on track, helps prevent you from being overwhelmed, increases your motivation and gives you reasons to celebrate every day! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In the bariatric world, we focus a lot on setting goals. A goal answers the question: What do you want? As a post-op, you want to lose weight, improve your health and the quality of your life, and you want to maintain that healthier weight for life! Those are truly great goals! Having a process, or system, answers the question, “How are you going to reach those goals?” Goals point you in the direction you want to go. Your process, or system, is made up of the things you do each day so that you reach those goals. Listen to this episode of BariAftercare and learn the importance of developing an individualized system that keeps you on track, helps prevent you from being overwhelmed, increases your motivation and gives you reasons to celebrate every day! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12120766 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:00:00 -0500 2449 106 full false Episode 105: Immersion as a Healthy Post Op With Rob DiMedio Episode 105: Immersion as a Healthy Post Op With Rob DiMedio Calling all MEN! (And ladies, you need to listen to this, as well!) Meet Rob DiMedio, a history teacher, post-op and POST-OP MENTOR! When I suggest that people IMMERSE themselves into their recovery from obesity, Rob is the STELLAR EXAMPLE! You're gonna love him. AND... he is going to assist me in the FIRST EVER MEN'S RETREAT for post-ops to be held in Atlanta, from August 9th - 13th. Guys - if you're interested in attending, email me at info@conniestapletonphd.com.

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Rob DiMedio:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-dimedio/
Instagram: @myweightishistory https://www.instagram.com/myweightishistory/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiMedio3

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Calling all MEN! (And ladies, you need to listen to this, as well!) Meet Rob DiMedio, a history teacher, post-op and POST-OP MENTOR! When I suggest that people IMMERSE themselves into their recovery from obesity, Rob is the STELLAR EXAMPLE! You're gonna love him. AND... he is going to assist me in the FIRST EVER MEN'S RETREAT for post-ops to be held in Atlanta, from August 9th - 13th. Guys - if you're interested in attending, email me at info@conniestapletonphd.com.

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Rob DiMedio:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-dimedio/
Instagram: @myweightishistory https://www.instagram.com/myweightishistory/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiMedio3

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12066756 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2903 105 full false Episode 104: Meet Chef Healthy Henry! Episode 104: Meet Chef Healthy Henry! In this episode of BariAfercare you are being introduced to another regular member of BariAftercare for 2023: Chef Healthy Henry! Henry is a post-op himself. He has taken his professional skills as a chef and is using them to his – and now to your – benefit! Chef Healthy Henry is going to show you -  every month - how to cook a beautiful, bariatric-friendly, healthy meal! You can continue to enjoy the satisfying flavor of wonderful food and learn to prepare in a way that is consistent with your post-op goals of living at a healthy weight so you can enjoy a fuller quality of life! In addition to being an amazing chef, Chef Healthy Henry is a really good man! I look forward to having him as a regular part of the BariAftercare family each month.

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Chef Healthy Henry:
Website: https://www.chefhealthyhenry.com/
Instagram: chefhealthyhenry
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083286275097

]]> In this episode of BariAfercare you are being introduced to another regular member of BariAftercare for 2023: Chef Healthy Henry! Henry is a post-op himself. He has taken his professional skills as a chef and is using them to his – and now to your – benefit! Chef Healthy Henry is going to show you -  every month - how to cook a beautiful, bariatric-friendly, healthy meal! You can continue to enjoy the satisfying flavor of wonderful food and learn to prepare in a way that is consistent with your post-op goals of living at a healthy weight so you can enjoy a fuller quality of life! In addition to being an amazing chef, Chef Healthy Henry is a really good man! I look forward to having him as a regular part of the BariAftercare family each month.

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare

BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Chef Healthy Henry:
Website: https://www.chefhealthyhenry.com/
Instagram: chefhealthyhenry
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083286275097

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-12012799 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0500 2157 104 full false Episode 103: Family, Friends and Relationships after Bariatric Surgery: Meet Tabitha, aka BariBoss Episode 103: Family, Friends and Relationships after Bariatric Surgery: Meet Tabitha, aka BariBoss Welcome to 2023 and BariAftercare, the Podcast! I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton... even though I’m not quite sounding like myself! BUT… the show must go on, so this is me with a touch of laryngitis. This is episode 103: the first of a monthly video series this year called Family, Friends and Relationships after Bariatric Surgery. In this episode I’d like to introduce you to Tabitha Johnson, aka BariBoss! Tabitha is a post-op herself. She is also a bariatric coach and a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. Every month Tabitha and I will have a discussion together about how relationships often change after surgery, including the relationship you have with yourself! Let’s get started so you can hear for yourself the reason I chose this amazing woman to be part of BariAftercare on a monthly basis!

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Tabitha Johnson:

Website: https://bariboss.com/
Instagram: therealbariboss
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabitha.bariboss
Twitter: @theBariBoss

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]]> Welcome to 2023 and BariAftercare, the Podcast! I’m your host, Dr. Connie Stapleton... even though I’m not quite sounding like myself! BUT… the show must go on, so this is me with a touch of laryngitis. This is episode 103: the first of a monthly video series this year called Family, Friends and Relationships after Bariatric Surgery. In this episode I’d like to introduce you to Tabitha Johnson, aka BariBoss! Tabitha is a post-op herself. She is also a bariatric coach and a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. Every month Tabitha and I will have a discussion together about how relationships often change after surgery, including the relationship you have with yourself! Let’s get started so you can hear for yourself the reason I chose this amazing woman to be part of BariAftercare on a monthly basis!

Resources:

BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare
BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare

Contact information for Tabitha Johnson:

Website: https://bariboss.com/
Instagram: therealbariboss
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabitha.bariboss
Twitter: @theBariBoss

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11983050 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 23:00:00 -0500 2061 103 full false Episode 102: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Meg Sytnick! Episode 102: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Meg Sytnick! Welcome to the last podcast episode of 2022 in which you will hear from an incredibly dynamic woman who has not only received numerous gifts as a result of having bariatric surgery but is also going to share the gift of herself and her chosen career in the travel industry with the bariatric community in the near future. Listen in as Meg Sytnick tells you about the journey she has been on thus far and where she plans to go in the New Year. Speaking of the New Year, I look forward to sharing more education and information related to the emotional and psychological aspects related to bariatric surgery in 2023. I also want to thank you for listening to the BariAftercare podcast throughout 2022 and inviting others to listen as well! I wish each of you a healthy and joy-filled 2023. Now, let’s get started with Meg!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

Meg Sytnick
IG: @viptravelgirl
theviptravelgirl@gmail.com

Bari Adventures
IG: @bari.adventures
meg@bariadventures.com
www.bariadventures.com

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]]> Welcome to the last podcast episode of 2022 in which you will hear from an incredibly dynamic woman who has not only received numerous gifts as a result of having bariatric surgery but is also going to share the gift of herself and her chosen career in the travel industry with the bariatric community in the near future. Listen in as Meg Sytnick tells you about the journey she has been on thus far and where she plans to go in the New Year. Speaking of the New Year, I look forward to sharing more education and information related to the emotional and psychological aspects related to bariatric surgery in 2023. I also want to thank you for listening to the BariAftercare podcast throughout 2022 and inviting others to listen as well! I wish each of you a healthy and joy-filled 2023. Now, let’s get started with Meg!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

Meg Sytnick
IG: @viptravelgirl
theviptravelgirl@gmail.com

Bari Adventures
IG: @bari.adventures
meg@bariadventures.com
www.bariadventures.com

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11929220 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 03:00:00 -0500 2971 102 full false Episode 101: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Ilona! Episode 101: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Ilona! Have you ever met a person with a sparkling personality? If not, you’re about to! Meet Ilona! Ilona is a breath of fresh air! She can put a smile on your face in an instant! She also has the ability to share direct and honest feedback in the most loving way! I know you’ll love hearing about the gifts Ilona has received as a result of choosing to have bariatric surgery as well as how she is sharing those gifts with others. AND with you – in this episode of BariAftercare!

Be sure to share the gift of BariAftercare with those you know who would benefit from ongoing information to help them along their journey toward improved health and a better quality of life after having a surgical weight loss procedure!

Now let’s hear from Ilona!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> Have you ever met a person with a sparkling personality? If not, you’re about to! Meet Ilona! Ilona is a breath of fresh air! She can put a smile on your face in an instant! She also has the ability to share direct and honest feedback in the most loving way! I know you’ll love hearing about the gifts Ilona has received as a result of choosing to have bariatric surgery as well as how she is sharing those gifts with others. AND with you – in this episode of BariAftercare!

Be sure to share the gift of BariAftercare with those you know who would benefit from ongoing information to help them along their journey toward improved health and a better quality of life after having a surgical weight loss procedure!

Now let’s hear from Ilona!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11875922 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 22:00:00 -0500 2636 101 full false Episode 100: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Olivia, a 1½-year post-op! Episode 100: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Olivia, a 1½-year post-op! As Sam the Snowman, voiced by the inimitable Burl Ives in the famous, animated holiday story, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer says, “Ah, youth.” Today you will meet a most incredible young post-op named Olivia who shares wisdom beyond her years related to the lessons and gifts she has received as she has ventured into her new life as a healthier version of herself. Olivia is an inspiration to me, and I know she will be for you, as well! By the way, did you know that the name of that snowman narrator in Rudolph was Sam? I didn’t until today when I Googled it! Keep that in your pocket for holiday trivia games. Now, let’s hear what Olivia has to share!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> As Sam the Snowman, voiced by the inimitable Burl Ives in the famous, animated holiday story, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer says, “Ah, youth.” Today you will meet a most incredible young post-op named Olivia who shares wisdom beyond her years related to the lessons and gifts she has received as she has ventured into her new life as a healthier version of herself. Olivia is an inspiration to me, and I know she will be for you, as well! By the way, did you know that the name of that snowman narrator in Rudolph was Sam? I didn’t until today when I Googled it! Keep that in your pocket for holiday trivia games. Now, let’s hear what Olivia has to share!

Resources:

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11834486 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:00:00 -0500 2830 100 full false Episode 99: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Chris C, an 8-year post-op Episode 99: The Gifts of Bariatric Surgery with Chris C, an 8-year post-op We’re in the thick of the Holiday Season! The holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts! Today, and for the next few weeks, post-ops are going to share with you the gifts they have received as a result of having bariatric surgery. In addition, they share how they have shared those gifts with others! Meet Chris Chastain, a man I have known for over half his life! Tonight he shares the gifts he experiences on an ongoing basis as a result of having bariatric surgery. He also tells us how he shares those gifts with others… including you! You can find his contact information in the show notes if you’d like to get in touch with him! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Chris’s Facebook page

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> We’re in the thick of the Holiday Season! The holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts! Today, and for the next few weeks, post-ops are going to share with you the gifts they have received as a result of having bariatric surgery. In addition, they share how they have shared those gifts with others! Meet Chris Chastain, a man I have known for over half his life! Tonight he shares the gifts he experiences on an ongoing basis as a result of having bariatric surgery. He also tells us how he shares those gifts with others… including you! You can find his contact information in the show notes if you’d like to get in touch with him! Let’s get started!

Resources:

Chris’s Facebook page

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11793907 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:00:00 -0500 2758 99 full false Episode 98: Five Tips for Emotional Self-Care Over the Holidays! OR… Fielding Questions and Reactions about Your Eating and Your Weight Over the Holidays Episode 98: Five Tips for Emotional Self-Care Over the Holidays! OR… Fielding Questions and Reactions about Your Eating and Your Weight Over the Holidays You’ve likely been hearing and seeing a lot on podcasts and on social media about eating healthy over the holidays and protecting yourself from all of the high-carb, high-sugar foods that are … well, everywhere! That is all good stuff and I hope you listen to and read as much as possible about staying on track over the holidays! What about protection for your emotions? Many people are emotional eaters and we know that a lot of emotions get dredged up over the holidays. We come face to face with people who have hurt us. We go to homes that may hold amazingly wonderful or maybe dread-filled memories. Let’s talk about how to protect yourself emotionally during this holiday season … and prevent emotions from leading to unhealthy eating! Here we go!

Resources: 

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> You’ve likely been hearing and seeing a lot on podcasts and on social media about eating healthy over the holidays and protecting yourself from all of the high-carb, high-sugar foods that are … well, everywhere! That is all good stuff and I hope you listen to and read as much as possible about staying on track over the holidays! What about protection for your emotions? Many people are emotional eaters and we know that a lot of emotions get dredged up over the holidays. We come face to face with people who have hurt us. We go to homes that may hold amazingly wonderful or maybe dread-filled memories. Let’s talk about how to protect yourself emotionally during this holiday season … and prevent emotions from leading to unhealthy eating! Here we go!

Resources: 

Dr. Stapleton's Four-Part Protection Plan:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11748204 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0500 2198 98 full false Episode 97: Self-Sabotaging Behaviors in Your Weight Loss Journey Episode 97: Self-Sabotaging Behaviors in Your Weight Loss Journey A post-op patient recently told me she has started counting the number of self-sabotaging behaviors she recognizes herself engaging in every day. She was shocked and horrified at the many ways she was sabotaging her own weight loss success. Examples of her self-sabotaging behaviors included hiding food in her closet and eating it before she went to bed at night, telling her spouse she was going to the gym but instead going to get fast food and sitting in the parking lot eating by herself, and emotionally beating herself up by calling herself abusive names after engaging in those behaviors. How about you? Do you engage in behaviors that lead you away from your long-term weight and healthy lifestyle goals? Listen in and learn about the reasons people engage in self-sabotage and get some hints on how to extinguish these unhealthy behaviors. Let’s get started!

What Weight Loss Self-Sabotage Looks Like
Stop Tripping Yourself on Your Weight Loss Journey
A Weight-Loss Expert Explains Why We Sabotage Our Goals (and How to Stop)
Why do I self sabotage my weight loss
Self-Sabotage

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]]> A post-op patient recently told me she has started counting the number of self-sabotaging behaviors she recognizes herself engaging in every day. She was shocked and horrified at the many ways she was sabotaging her own weight loss success. Examples of her self-sabotaging behaviors included hiding food in her closet and eating it before she went to bed at night, telling her spouse she was going to the gym but instead going to get fast food and sitting in the parking lot eating by herself, and emotionally beating herself up by calling herself abusive names after engaging in those behaviors. How about you? Do you engage in behaviors that lead you away from your long-term weight and healthy lifestyle goals? Listen in and learn about the reasons people engage in self-sabotage and get some hints on how to extinguish these unhealthy behaviors. Let’s get started!

What Weight Loss Self-Sabotage Looks Like
Stop Tripping Yourself on Your Weight Loss Journey
A Weight-Loss Expert Explains Why We Sabotage Our Goals (and How to Stop)
Why do I self sabotage my weight loss
Self-Sabotage

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11667723 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0500 2199 97 full false Episode 96: Passive-Aggressive Communication – A No Win for You, Your Relationship and Your Weight Episode 96: Passive-Aggressive Communication – A No Win for You, Your Relationship and Your Weight “I’m not mad!” she shouts as she throws her backpack and slams the door while leaving you shaking your head. Passive aggressive behavior… when words and non-verbal communication don’t match. Sadly, we’re all probably fairly competent when it comes to this sort of communication. How does passive-aggressive behavior interfere with the weight loss process? To begin with, there’s a lot of emotional eating associated with saying things we don’t really mean and then acting them out in a way that displays how we really feel. We also damage relationships with passive-aggressive behavior and risk destroying receiving much-needed support in our health journey. Listen in and learn more!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

7 tell-tale signs of passive-aggressive behavior, plus how to respond and address it in yourself
Passive-Aggressive Behavior
9 Phrases That Make You Sound Like a Passive Aggressive Jerk
The worst passive-aggressive phrases, according to Americans
17 EXAMPLES OF PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR
4 Strategies for Dealing with Passive-Aggressive People

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]]> “I’m not mad!” she shouts as she throws her backpack and slams the door while leaving you shaking your head. Passive aggressive behavior… when words and non-verbal communication don’t match. Sadly, we’re all probably fairly competent when it comes to this sort of communication. How does passive-aggressive behavior interfere with the weight loss process? To begin with, there’s a lot of emotional eating associated with saying things we don’t really mean and then acting them out in a way that displays how we really feel. We also damage relationships with passive-aggressive behavior and risk destroying receiving much-needed support in our health journey. Listen in and learn more!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

7 tell-tale signs of passive-aggressive behavior, plus how to respond and address it in yourself
Passive-Aggressive Behavior
9 Phrases That Make You Sound Like a Passive Aggressive Jerk
The worst passive-aggressive phrases, according to Americans
17 EXAMPLES OF PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR
4 Strategies for Dealing with Passive-Aggressive People

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11606427 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2243 full false Episode 95: Aggressive Communication – Do Not Pass Go. Go Directly to Regain Jail! Episode 95: Aggressive Communication – Do Not Pass Go. Go Directly to Regain Jail! Oh, boy! Today you’re gonna learn a few ugly things about my communication skills in my young adult life.  Fortunately, with the help of others and quite a bit of effort, I have learned much healthier skills over the years that I now utilize… at least most of the time. Spoiler alert – I’m talking about being an aggressive communicator which is no good if your goal is to be the best, overall, healthiest you possible! When it comes to losing weight and maintaining weight loss, being an aggressive communicator is not going to be of service to you! Aggressive communicators stir up a lot of conflict within themselves and with others. This often turns into engaging in emotional eating. AND… check this out… aggressive communication toward self, which is otherwise known as negative self-talk, is a form of self-abuse. And that, of course, leads one right back to emotional eating. There’s a lot to get through today, so let’s get started!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Four Types of Communication Styles
Aggressive Communication: How to Deal With Relationship Aggression
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk
Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk

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]]> Oh, boy! Today you’re gonna learn a few ugly things about my communication skills in my young adult life.  Fortunately, with the help of others and quite a bit of effort, I have learned much healthier skills over the years that I now utilize… at least most of the time. Spoiler alert – I’m talking about being an aggressive communicator which is no good if your goal is to be the best, overall, healthiest you possible! When it comes to losing weight and maintaining weight loss, being an aggressive communicator is not going to be of service to you! Aggressive communicators stir up a lot of conflict within themselves and with others. This often turns into engaging in emotional eating. AND… check this out… aggressive communication toward self, which is otherwise known as negative self-talk, is a form of self-abuse. And that, of course, leads one right back to emotional eating. There’s a lot to get through today, so let’s get started!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Four Types of Communication Styles
Aggressive Communication: How to Deal With Relationship Aggression
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk
Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Weight Loss: How to Stop Negative Self-Talk

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11554146 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0400 1389 95 full false Episode 94: Passive Communication – A Direct Line to Regain Episode 94: Passive Communication – A Direct Line to Regain I’ve asked these questions before and I’m going to ask them again right now: Do you feel like a doormat in any of your relationships? Do you feel resentful of others because you give in to requests for the sake of not upsetting others, to be included in the group, to be liked, or because you learned from others to always be the one who does all of the things? Are you the person who refrains from saying what you think because you don’t want to stir up any conflict? Do you go along just to go along? Do you blow your stack from time to time because you have kept so much emotion inside and can no longer stand it? Do you engage in emotional eating related to any of the above? This episode is to help you recognize if you are a passive communicator and if you are, I want to help you learn some skills to move from being a passive communicator to an assertive communicator, who respectfully, kindly, and without conflict, shares your honest thoughts, needs, wants and opinions. Let’s jump right it! 

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

From Aggressive To Assertive
Do You Have A Passive Communication Style?
What Is A Passive Communication Style?

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]]> I’ve asked these questions before and I’m going to ask them again right now: Do you feel like a doormat in any of your relationships? Do you feel resentful of others because you give in to requests for the sake of not upsetting others, to be included in the group, to be liked, or because you learned from others to always be the one who does all of the things? Are you the person who refrains from saying what you think because you don’t want to stir up any conflict? Do you go along just to go along? Do you blow your stack from time to time because you have kept so much emotion inside and can no longer stand it? Do you engage in emotional eating related to any of the above? This episode is to help you recognize if you are a passive communicator and if you are, I want to help you learn some skills to move from being a passive communicator to an assertive communicator, who respectfully, kindly, and without conflict, shares your honest thoughts, needs, wants and opinions. Let’s jump right it! 

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

From Aggressive To Assertive
Do You Have A Passive Communication Style?
What Is A Passive Communication Style?

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11500804 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2647 94 full false Episode 93: Active Listening – A Win in Every Way (Week 38 in BA) Episode 93: Active Listening – A Win in Every Way (Week 38 in BA) Active listening is yet another healthy, assertive communication skill. But it is way more than that in terms of your bariatric journey. Actively listening - to yourself and how you communicate with yourself - can actually prevent you from being stuck in a vicious cycle of unhealthy emotional eating. Learning to listen to, and change negative self-talk into healthy, compassionate self-talk will also help you maintain a healthy weight. Active listening is also critical in the health of relationships with other people. Having solid, trusting relationships with others is essential! You want and need positive support throughout your weight loss journey and active listeners have healthier relationships. Listen in and learn more!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Active Listening: The Art of Empathic Conversation
Listen to your body while eating to lose weight: Here’s how
Developing Listening Skills

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]]> Active listening is yet another healthy, assertive communication skill. But it is way more than that in terms of your bariatric journey. Actively listening - to yourself and how you communicate with yourself - can actually prevent you from being stuck in a vicious cycle of unhealthy emotional eating. Learning to listen to, and change negative self-talk into healthy, compassionate self-talk will also help you maintain a healthy weight. Active listening is also critical in the health of relationships with other people. Having solid, trusting relationships with others is essential! You want and need positive support throughout your weight loss journey and active listeners have healthier relationships. Listen in and learn more!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Active Listening: The Art of Empathic Conversation
Listen to your body while eating to lose weight: Here’s how
Developing Listening Skills

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11447878 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2022 93 full false Episode 92: Thoughts, Feelings, and Observations to Help Meet Your Goals Episode 92: Thoughts, Feelings, and Observations to Help Meet Your Goals The therapist my husband and I saw for several years when we started our journeys toward living an overall healthy lifestyle said to us over and over and over, “You always have the right to share your thoughts, your feelings and your observations.” It took us some time to learn to do so in a healthy way. For a long while, we found a way to somehow point the finger at one another, engage in unhealthy “you” statements instead of the much wiser “I” statements, and continue to engage in anything but healthy, assertive communication. Fortunately, for us, and for you, learning healthy communication skills will improve all of your relationships – most especially, the relationship you have with yourself! As your relationship with yourself improves, so will your relationship with food. And that means living at a healthier weight for the rest of your life! Listen in and learn more!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Ten Better Ways to Say “I Think”
Observation Versus Judgement: Do You Know the Difference?
Difference Between Observation and Conclusion
Observation vs. Evaluation: A Coaching Power Tool By Wendy Sadd

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]]> The therapist my husband and I saw for several years when we started our journeys toward living an overall healthy lifestyle said to us over and over and over, “You always have the right to share your thoughts, your feelings and your observations.” It took us some time to learn to do so in a healthy way. For a long while, we found a way to somehow point the finger at one another, engage in unhealthy “you” statements instead of the much wiser “I” statements, and continue to engage in anything but healthy, assertive communication. Fortunately, for us, and for you, learning healthy communication skills will improve all of your relationships – most especially, the relationship you have with yourself! As your relationship with yourself improves, so will your relationship with food. And that means living at a healthier weight for the rest of your life! Listen in and learn more!

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Resources:

Ten Better Ways to Say “I Think”
Observation Versus Judgement: Do You Know the Difference?
Difference Between Observation and Conclusion
Observation vs. Evaluation: A Coaching Power Tool By Wendy Sadd

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11397586 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0400 2662 92 full false Episode 91: “I” Statements – “I want” to help you on your BariAftercare Journey (Week 36 BariAftercare) Episode 91: “I” Statements – “I want” to help you on your BariAftercare Journey (Week 36 BariAftercare) Dean Anderson, Behavior Psychology Expert, asked this question in an online article in 2006: “Would you believe me if I told you that knowing the answer to one simple question could improve your chances for weight loss success by up to 100%? Well, it’s true. Here’s the question:

Which of the following is the single most important factor in long-term weight loss success?

A. Calorie Counting
B. Regular Exercise
C. Starting your sentences with the pronoun "I"
D. Both a and b

The correct answer to this question is: C—starting your sentences with the pronoun "I".”

I found this to be a very interesting way to start today’s podcast! You’ll have to listen in to learn the reason Mr. Anderson said this! Listen in… and work toward becoming your healthiest self in all areas of life!

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Resources:

Put the “I” Back in Your Vocabulary
How to use “I-Statements” – Changing Your Words Will Change Your Relationship
Communication: “You” V/S “I” Statements

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]]> Dean Anderson, Behavior Psychology Expert, asked this question in an online article in 2006: “Would you believe me if I told you that knowing the answer to one simple question could improve your chances for weight loss success by up to 100%? Well, it’s true. Here’s the question:

Which of the following is the single most important factor in long-term weight loss success?

A. Calorie Counting
B. Regular Exercise
C. Starting your sentences with the pronoun "I"
D. Both a and b

The correct answer to this question is: C—starting your sentences with the pronoun "I".”

I found this to be a very interesting way to start today’s podcast! You’ll have to listen in to learn the reason Mr. Anderson said this! Listen in… and work toward becoming your healthiest self in all areas of life!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Put the “I” Back in Your Vocabulary
How to use “I-Statements” – Changing Your Words Will Change Your Relationship
Communication: “You” V/S “I” Statements

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11397525 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 21:00:00 -0400 2814 91 full false Episode 90: Assertive Communication — A Deep Dive Episode 90: Assertive Communication — A Deep Dive Being an assertive communicator, which will help you in your weight loss journey, is the ultimate communication goal – at least for people who want to be their healthiest adult selves! It would be great if everyone would learn to communicate in a healthy, direct, respectful manner! And for YOU… if you learn and practice and get really good at communicating in an assertive way, your weight loss journey will be easier and you will be more likely to get to, and maintain a healthier weight. From MY perspective as a psychologist, in addition to helping you lose and maintain weight, using assertive communication is a great way to increase self-esteem and improve every relationship in your life! Today we’re doing a deep dive into this golden ticket for a better life! Listen in and get to work practicing your healthy assertive communication skills!

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Sources: https://positivepsychology.com/assertive-communication/#characteristics

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]]> Being an assertive communicator, which will help you in your weight loss journey, is the ultimate communication goal – at least for people who want to be their healthiest adult selves! It would be great if everyone would learn to communicate in a healthy, direct, respectful manner! And for YOU… if you learn and practice and get really good at communicating in an assertive way, your weight loss journey will be easier and you will be more likely to get to, and maintain a healthier weight. From MY perspective as a psychologist, in addition to helping you lose and maintain weight, using assertive communication is a great way to increase self-esteem and improve every relationship in your life! Today we’re doing a deep dive into this golden ticket for a better life! Listen in and get to work practicing your healthy assertive communication skills!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Sources: https://positivepsychology.com/assertive-communication/#characteristics

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11363665 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:00:00 -0400 2491 90 full false Episode 89: Communication Styles and Your Weight Episode 89: Communication Styles and Your Weight Assertive? Passive? Aggressive? Or maybe Passive-Aggressive? Four different ways to communicate with others… and I suppose with yourself, as well! Do you know what communication style you most often utilize? And… can you guess which form of communication is the most effective? How about the style used least frequently? Oh… and, what do these communication styles have to do with your weight journey? So many questions! Listen to today’s episode to learn the answer to all of these questions. Then make a conscious effort to increase your use of the communication style you’ll learn is the most effective and how this will help you manage your weight and be the best version of your awesome self!

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Sources:
Communication Styles Quiz
Quiz: What Is Your Relationship Communication Style?

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]]> Assertive? Passive? Aggressive? Or maybe Passive-Aggressive? Four different ways to communicate with others… and I suppose with yourself, as well! Do you know what communication style you most often utilize? And… can you guess which form of communication is the most effective? How about the style used least frequently? Oh… and, what do these communication styles have to do with your weight journey? So many questions! Listen to today’s episode to learn the answer to all of these questions. Then make a conscious effort to increase your use of the communication style you’ll learn is the most effective and how this will help you manage your weight and be the best version of your awesome self!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Communication Styles and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Sources:
Communication Styles Quiz
Quiz: What Is Your Relationship Communication Style?

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11287294 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2088 89 full false Episode 88: Expectations and Your Weight Episode 88: Expectations and Your Weight What did you expect? There’s a question we throw around quite often. Too often, what we expect something to be like does not exactly match the reality of the situation. Maybe you expected your last vacation to be trouble-free… that rarely happens! Perhaps you expected the new job to be the dream job… but it turned out that the new office had all of the drama of the previous office. If you’ve had bariatric surgery, is the outcome what you expected? Is life after surgery … after weight loss what you thought it would be like? If you’re in the process of preparing to have a surgical bariatric procedure, what are your expectations? Listen in and hear some sound advice regarding expectations and the realities associated with bariatric surgery. It helps to have some direct, “fair and firm” information to help you establish realistic expectations of what bariatric procedures do and what they do NOT do as well as realistic outcomes based on scientific findings. Let’s get started with today’s episode… one you don’t want to miss!

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Sources:

Setting realistic expectations for weight loss
Weight loss: 6 strategies for success
Managing Expectations

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]]> What did you expect? There’s a question we throw around quite often. Too often, what we expect something to be like does not exactly match the reality of the situation. Maybe you expected your last vacation to be trouble-free… that rarely happens! Perhaps you expected the new job to be the dream job… but it turned out that the new office had all of the drama of the previous office. If you’ve had bariatric surgery, is the outcome what you expected? Is life after surgery … after weight loss what you thought it would be like? If you’re in the process of preparing to have a surgical bariatric procedure, what are your expectations? Listen in and hear some sound advice regarding expectations and the realities associated with bariatric surgery. It helps to have some direct, “fair and firm” information to help you establish realistic expectations of what bariatric procedures do and what they do NOT do as well as realistic outcomes based on scientific findings. Let’s get started with today’s episode… one you don’t want to miss!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Expectations and Your Weight. Now, let’s get started!

Sources:

Setting realistic expectations for weight loss
Weight loss: 6 strategies for success
Managing Expectations

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11233641 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2378 88 full false Episode 87: Assertiveness and Your Weight Episode 87: Assertiveness and Your Weight If, as we have talked about during the past few podcast episodes, you want to set healthy boundaries and stop neglecting yourself due to unhealthy people-pleasing behaviors, you need to commit to learning and using assertiveness skills! Not to worry, being assertive is not the same thing as being aggressive, rude or nasty. Being assertive is stating what you want and need in a healthy and direct way. Being your best self means learning to adult in a health way. Healthy adulting includes learning to overcome your fears of taking healthy risks. Being willing to learn about and practice assertive communication will increase your self-esteem and that, in turn, will result in your treating yourself in healthier ways. Healthy treatment of self translates to maintaining a healthy weight and enjoying a healthier quality of life. If you are unwilling to learn assertive communication skills, you are jeopardizing your relationships with others and with yourself. AND, if choose not to learn assertive communication skills, you are jeopardizing a healthy lifestyle designed to get you to, and keep you, at a healthy weight. You don’t wanna do that so listen in! Now let’s get started!

 Be sure to recommend BariAftercare to your friends and go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s People Pleasing and its Effects on Your Weight! Now, let’s get started!

 Resources:

Assertive Communication
Being assertive: Reduce stress, communicate better

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]]> If, as we have talked about during the past few podcast episodes, you want to set healthy boundaries and stop neglecting yourself due to unhealthy people-pleasing behaviors, you need to commit to learning and using assertiveness skills! Not to worry, being assertive is not the same thing as being aggressive, rude or nasty. Being assertive is stating what you want and need in a healthy and direct way. Being your best self means learning to adult in a health way. Healthy adulting includes learning to overcome your fears of taking healthy risks. Being willing to learn about and practice assertive communication will increase your self-esteem and that, in turn, will result in your treating yourself in healthier ways. Healthy treatment of self translates to maintaining a healthy weight and enjoying a healthier quality of life. If you are unwilling to learn assertive communication skills, you are jeopardizing your relationships with others and with yourself. AND, if choose not to learn assertive communication skills, you are jeopardizing a healthy lifestyle designed to get you to, and keep you, at a healthy weight. You don’t wanna do that so listen in! Now let’s get started!

 Be sure to recommend BariAftercare to your friends and go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s People Pleasing and its Effects on Your Weight! Now, let’s get started!

 Resources:

Assertive Communication
Being assertive: Reduce stress, communicate better

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11186342 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2562 87 full false Episode 86: People Pleasing and Its Effects on Your Weight Episode 86: People Pleasing and Its Effects on Your Weight Are you a people pleaser? Well… if you have trouble saying “no,” feel responsible for other people’s feelings, avoid conflict at all costs, apologize a lot, and feel like you never have time for yourself (especially if you’re busy doing so much for so many others)… then it could be that you are, indeed, a people pleaser! There’s nothing wrong with wanting to help others… unless you are so busy doing for so many others that you neglect to take care of yourself. If you say you’re “too busy” or “don’t have time” to meal prep, exercise, take ten minutes to do absolutely nothing, or grab yourself a protein drink in the morning on the way to work, you are probably people-pleasing your way through life at your own expense. This will result in not following through with what you need to do to lose weight or maintain weight. Listen to today’s episode and learn more about how excessive people-pleasing behavior can sabotage your weight loss goals.

Be sure to recommend BariAftercare to your friends and go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s People Pleasing and its Effects on Your Weight! Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Are you ‘too nice’? Why people pleasing is making you overweight.
How Do You Lose Weight When You Are a People Pleaser?
Nice Girls Finish Fat- Is your People-Pleasing Keeping You Unhealthy and Overweight?
From Parent-Pleasing to People-Pleasing (Part 3 of 3)
How to Stop People-Pleasing (and Still Be Nice)

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]]> Are you a people pleaser? Well… if you have trouble saying “no,” feel responsible for other people’s feelings, avoid conflict at all costs, apologize a lot, and feel like you never have time for yourself (especially if you’re busy doing so much for so many others)… then it could be that you are, indeed, a people pleaser! There’s nothing wrong with wanting to help others… unless you are so busy doing for so many others that you neglect to take care of yourself. If you say you’re “too busy” or “don’t have time” to meal prep, exercise, take ten minutes to do absolutely nothing, or grab yourself a protein drink in the morning on the way to work, you are probably people-pleasing your way through life at your own expense. This will result in not following through with what you need to do to lose weight or maintain weight. Listen to today’s episode and learn more about how excessive people-pleasing behavior can sabotage your weight loss goals.

Be sure to recommend BariAftercare to your friends and go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s People Pleasing and its Effects on Your Weight! Now, let’s get started!

Resources:

Are you ‘too nice’? Why people pleasing is making you overweight.
How Do You Lose Weight When You Are a People Pleaser?
Nice Girls Finish Fat- Is your People-Pleasing Keeping You Unhealthy and Overweight?
From Parent-Pleasing to People-Pleasing (Part 3 of 3)
How to Stop People-Pleasing (and Still Be Nice)

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11145719 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2629 86 full false Episode 85: Boundaries and Your Weight — Healthy Self Care! Episode 85: Boundaries and Your Weight — Healthy Self Care! Boundaries are the ways we teach other people to treat us… I think that’s from Dr. Phil, actually. In our journey of weight loss, setting boundaries for ourselves establishes guardrails to keep us safe. When we set boundaries for ourselves or with other people, we are engaging in healthy acts of self-care. Too many people struggle to set boundaries, as most people were never taught what boundaries are, much less how to establish them. Low self-esteem also prevents people from setting boundaries or to say “no” when it comes time to protecting their time, space or possessions. It’s important to learn about healthy boundaries in order to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. Boundaries keep us protected and keep us on track toward our goals. Listen in and learn more about how developing boundaries for yourself and with others will help you reach and maintain your goals of living a healthy lifestyle!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Boundaries and Your Weight: Healthy Self-Care! Now, let’s get started!

Sources:

How to Set Boundaries: 5 Ways to Draw the Line Politely
Do you Struggle to Follow your Weight Loss Boundaries?
Boundaries: Why are they important?
Setting boundaries around food and eating is important. Here’s how to do it.
Forget diets and food rules. Try this weight loss tip instead.

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]]> Boundaries are the ways we teach other people to treat us… I think that’s from Dr. Phil, actually. In our journey of weight loss, setting boundaries for ourselves establishes guardrails to keep us safe. When we set boundaries for ourselves or with other people, we are engaging in healthy acts of self-care. Too many people struggle to set boundaries, as most people were never taught what boundaries are, much less how to establish them. Low self-esteem also prevents people from setting boundaries or to say “no” when it comes time to protecting their time, space or possessions. It’s important to learn about healthy boundaries in order to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. Boundaries keep us protected and keep us on track toward our goals. Listen in and learn more about how developing boundaries for yourself and with others will help you reach and maintain your goals of living a healthy lifestyle!

Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Boundaries and Your Weight: Healthy Self-Care! Now, let’s get started!

Sources:

How to Set Boundaries: 5 Ways to Draw the Line Politely
Do you Struggle to Follow your Weight Loss Boundaries?
Boundaries: Why are they important?
Setting boundaries around food and eating is important. Here’s how to do it.
Forget diets and food rules. Try this weight loss tip instead.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11119645 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2286 85 full false Episode 84: Asking for Help — A great act of self care! Episode 84: Asking for Help — A great act of self care! What makes asking for help so difficult? Not surprisingly, fear is the top reason given for not asking for help. Fear of what, you ask? Fear of imposing upon others. Fear of appearing too needy. Fear of looking or sounding incompetent, unintelligent, or incapable. Fear of exposing the fact that we are not perfect and we don’t, in fact, have it all together. And, let’s not forget the dreaded fear of rejection. Hmmm. When all those fears are listed out that way… well, it’s not so surprising that people may be hesitant to ask for help. Add to that the myriad of ways persons who suffer from obesity have experienced rejection from strangers, from family members and from friends … and the thought of asking anyone for help is daunting, at best! Listen in to learn the reasons why asking for help is actually a positive experience for both the person who does the asking and for the person providing the assistance! And be sure to listen for the reasons asking for help can assist you in maintaining weight loss. Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Asking for Help: A great act of self-care! Now, let’s get started!

Sources:
5 Things to Remember When You're Embarrassed to Ask for Help
4 Tips to Effectively Ask for Help—and Get a Yes
What Makes It So Hard to Ask for Help?
A social psychologist explains why we should ask for help more often
The Art of Asking: Why is it So Hard to Ask for Help?

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]]> What makes asking for help so difficult? Not surprisingly, fear is the top reason given for not asking for help. Fear of what, you ask? Fear of imposing upon others. Fear of appearing too needy. Fear of looking or sounding incompetent, unintelligent, or incapable. Fear of exposing the fact that we are not perfect and we don’t, in fact, have it all together. And, let’s not forget the dreaded fear of rejection. Hmmm. When all those fears are listed out that way… well, it’s not so surprising that people may be hesitant to ask for help. Add to that the myriad of ways persons who suffer from obesity have experienced rejection from strangers, from family members and from friends … and the thought of asking anyone for help is daunting, at best! Listen in to learn the reasons why asking for help is actually a positive experience for both the person who does the asking and for the person providing the assistance! And be sure to listen for the reasons asking for help can assist you in maintaining weight loss. Be sure to go to www.bariaftercare.com and sign up so you can hear the second part of BariAftercare’s Asking for Help: A great act of self-care! Now, let’s get started!

Sources:
5 Things to Remember When You're Embarrassed to Ask for Help
4 Tips to Effectively Ask for Help—and Get a Yes
What Makes It So Hard to Ask for Help?
A social psychologist explains why we should ask for help more often
The Art of Asking: Why is it So Hard to Ask for Help?

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11072691 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 21:00:00 -0400 2661 84 full false Episode 83: Self-Care — Essential for Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance Episode 83: Self-Care — Essential for Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance Self-care simply means doing things for yourself that improve your physical, social, emotional/psychological health. In other words, engaging in self-care means you focus on your own needs with as much effort as you put into caring for so many others! Engaging in self-care results in increased energy, less stress, and lower risk of illness. When it comes to weight loss and weight maintenance, self-care is essential! All of the healthy behaviors required to lose weight and stay at a healthy weight are forms of self-care. For too many bariatric patients, the majority of their time and energy is given to the care of others… resulting in neglect of self. In this episode, you’ll hear about the importance of self-care and some of the reasons so many people neglect caring for themselves. Ultimately, a lack of self-care suggests a lack of healthy self-esteem and interferes with losing weight and keeping it off.

Sources:

Caring for Your Mental Health

5 Self-Care Strategies That Can Help You Lose Weight 

What Self-Care Is — and What It Isn’t

5 Self-Care Practices for Every Area of Your Life

What Is Self-Care and Why Is It So Important for Your Health?

 

Self-Care: Is it Necessary or Selfish


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]]> Self-care simply means doing things for yourself that improve your physical, social, emotional/psychological health. In other words, engaging in self-care means you focus on your own needs with as much effort as you put into caring for so many others! Engaging in self-care results in increased energy, less stress, and lower risk of illness. When it comes to weight loss and weight maintenance, self-care is essential! All of the healthy behaviors required to lose weight and stay at a healthy weight are forms of self-care. For too many bariatric patients, the majority of their time and energy is given to the care of others… resulting in neglect of self. In this episode, you’ll hear about the importance of self-care and some of the reasons so many people neglect caring for themselves. Ultimately, a lack of self-care suggests a lack of healthy self-esteem and interferes with losing weight and keeping it off.

Sources:

Caring for Your Mental Health

5 Self-Care Strategies That Can Help You Lose Weight 

What Self-Care Is — and What It Isn’t

5 Self-Care Practices for Every Area of Your Life

What Is Self-Care and Why Is It So Important for Your Health?

 

Self-Care: Is it Necessary or Selfish


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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-11008249 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 21:00:00 -0400 2213 83 full false Episode 82: Part 2 of the Book Review. The Most Powerful Weight Loss Device Ever Made: The Human Brain by Claude Viens Episode 82: Part 2 of the Book Review. The Most Powerful Weight Loss Device Ever Made: The Human Brain by Claude Viens Like most people I talk to who are preparing for bariatric surgery, Claude Viens, after many times of gaining and lose the same pounds, realized he knew what he was supposed to do to lose weight – and to keep it off.  The problem he faced was taking the action and continuing to take those actions over time. He eventually came to terms with the fact that there is no easy fix. Keeping weight off is an everyday commitment of changing your thinking and your behavior. Claude asked himself a lot of questions about why he wanted to lose weight and the bottom line, he said, was, “I wanted to put an end to all of the physical and psychological aches and pains that come with being overweight.” He was sick and tired of being sick and tired. He made a decision to think of himself as the person he wanted to become rather than the man who failed to keep weight off.  He focused on making small changes so he could have “wins” every day that would become healthy habits. When he messed up, he moved on. He concluded by saying, “When you are determined enough, you will find a way. If you are not committed, that’s when you start making excuses.” His “unconclusion” as he called it, was this, “I used my brain to find and learn the information I needed to make the best moves. I learned how to control my thoughts and emotions. I learned how to handle stress and how to cope with interfering events in my life. I taught myself to be persistent and patient. I used my body to get into motion. None of these actions were hard to do or very time consuming, but being consistent in doing them got me into a routine that I still maintain today.” He did. Many others have, as well. And you can, too!

Source: The most powerful weight loss device ever made: The human brain. Claude Viens. 

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]]> Like most people I talk to who are preparing for bariatric surgery, Claude Viens, after many times of gaining and lose the same pounds, realized he knew what he was supposed to do to lose weight – and to keep it off.  The problem he faced was taking the action and continuing to take those actions over time. He eventually came to terms with the fact that there is no easy fix. Keeping weight off is an everyday commitment of changing your thinking and your behavior. Claude asked himself a lot of questions about why he wanted to lose weight and the bottom line, he said, was, “I wanted to put an end to all of the physical and psychological aches and pains that come with being overweight.” He was sick and tired of being sick and tired. He made a decision to think of himself as the person he wanted to become rather than the man who failed to keep weight off.  He focused on making small changes so he could have “wins” every day that would become healthy habits. When he messed up, he moved on. He concluded by saying, “When you are determined enough, you will find a way. If you are not committed, that’s when you start making excuses.” His “unconclusion” as he called it, was this, “I used my brain to find and learn the information I needed to make the best moves. I learned how to control my thoughts and emotions. I learned how to handle stress and how to cope with interfering events in my life. I taught myself to be persistent and patient. I used my body to get into motion. None of these actions were hard to do or very time consuming, but being consistent in doing them got me into a routine that I still maintain today.” He did. Many others have, as well. And you can, too!

Source: The most powerful weight loss device ever made: The human brain. Claude Viens. 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10924679 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400 3284 82 full false Episode 81: Book Review. The Most Powerful Weight Loss Device Ever Made: The Human Brain by Claude Viens Episode 81: Book Review. The Most Powerful Weight Loss Device Ever Made: The Human Brain by Claude Viens In this episode, I begin a two-part series presenting some highlights from Claude Viens book. Claude makes it clear to the reader that he is not a professional in any sense when it comes to weight loss. He is a man who struggled with weight loss and regain for many years… until he figured out some very insightful thoughts and practices that allowed him to get rid of his excess weight and keep it off. The book is an easy read and is sure to speak to the heart of anyone who has struggled with the yo-yo ups and downs with weight. He talks about foods like potato chips, when you are trying to refrain from eating them, can be torturous. He blamed anybody and anything for his weight struggles until one day he “discovered that the best way to stop getting so upset at other people is to stop expecting them to fix my problems.” He also realized that more than wanting to lose weight, what he really wanted was to find a way to eat whatever he wanted whenever he wanted and have a healthy, fit body at the same time. That’s when he figured out that he needed to change his thinking. He needed to use his brain to deal with reality He need to come up with ways to find and use motivation to stay engaged in making changes in his thinking and his behavior. That’s when he lost the weight … and he’s been maintaining a healthy weight. Listen in! You’re sure to hear a lot of yourself in his words.

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

Viens, Claude. The most powerful weight loss device ever made: The human brain. Claude Viens. Kindle Edition.  

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]]> In this episode, I begin a two-part series presenting some highlights from Claude Viens book. Claude makes it clear to the reader that he is not a professional in any sense when it comes to weight loss. He is a man who struggled with weight loss and regain for many years… until he figured out some very insightful thoughts and practices that allowed him to get rid of his excess weight and keep it off. The book is an easy read and is sure to speak to the heart of anyone who has struggled with the yo-yo ups and downs with weight. He talks about foods like potato chips, when you are trying to refrain from eating them, can be torturous. He blamed anybody and anything for his weight struggles until one day he “discovered that the best way to stop getting so upset at other people is to stop expecting them to fix my problems.” He also realized that more than wanting to lose weight, what he really wanted was to find a way to eat whatever he wanted whenever he wanted and have a healthy, fit body at the same time. That’s when he figured out that he needed to change his thinking. He needed to use his brain to deal with reality He need to come up with ways to find and use motivation to stay engaged in making changes in his thinking and his behavior. That’s when he lost the weight … and he’s been maintaining a healthy weight. Listen in! You’re sure to hear a lot of yourself in his words.

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

Viens, Claude. The most powerful weight loss device ever made: The human brain. Claude Viens. Kindle Edition.  

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10924619 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2848 81 full false Episode 80: How Chronic Diseases like Obesity and Addiction Affect the Family Episode 80: How Chronic Diseases like Obesity and Addiction Affect the Family When a person has a chronic disease like obesity or addiction, everyone in their world is in some way affected. Family members, in particular, are impacted by the presence of a chronic disease suffered by one of its members. In the case of obesity or addiction, family members worry. They are scared about the health of their loved one. They worry about the emotional ups and downs that accompany periods of triumph over the disease followed by episodes of distress, emotion, anger and despair when there is weight regain or relapse. Family members are called upon to carry additional responsibilities if the person suffering from the disease is unwilling or unable to fulfill obligations or participate in social or recreational activities with the family. All family members, to include the person suffering from the disease, experience an array of emotions to include anger, sadness, frustration, compassion and concern about the disease and how it is affecting family relationships. Listen in to learn more about how chronic disease is affecting your family. 

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> When a person has a chronic disease like obesity or addiction, everyone in their world is in some way affected. Family members, in particular, are impacted by the presence of a chronic disease suffered by one of its members. In the case of obesity or addiction, family members worry. They are scared about the health of their loved one. They worry about the emotional ups and downs that accompany periods of triumph over the disease followed by episodes of distress, emotion, anger and despair when there is weight regain or relapse. Family members are called upon to carry additional responsibilities if the person suffering from the disease is unwilling or unable to fulfill obligations or participate in social or recreational activities with the family. All family members, to include the person suffering from the disease, experience an array of emotions to include anger, sadness, frustration, compassion and concern about the disease and how it is affecting family relationships. Listen in to learn more about how chronic disease is affecting your family. 

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10840560 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2799 80 full false Episode 79: Transfer Addiction — An Interview with Joy Episode 79: Transfer Addiction — An Interview with Joy Joy had bariatric surgery 14 years ago and lost weight as expected following surgery. Prior to surgery, Joy rarely consumed alcohol and did not knowingly engage in any other addictive behaviors or consume other addictive substances. More than a year passed before she took a sip of alcohol. Her first post-surgery drink was four ounces of wine. She was almost instantly dizzy and intoxicated. The next night she again drank a glass of wine. She did the same the following night. Within a year, her alcohol consumption was affecting her relationship with family members and she was told by the human resources department at her job that she was to seek treatment for her alcoholism or lose her job. Listen to the interview with Joy and learn about transfer addiction following bariatric surgery.

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Joy had bariatric surgery 14 years ago and lost weight as expected following surgery. Prior to surgery, Joy rarely consumed alcohol and did not knowingly engage in any other addictive behaviors or consume other addictive substances. More than a year passed before she took a sip of alcohol. Her first post-surgery drink was four ounces of wine. She was almost instantly dizzy and intoxicated. The next night she again drank a glass of wine. She did the same the following night. Within a year, her alcohol consumption was affecting her relationship with family members and she was told by the human resources department at her job that she was to seek treatment for her alcoholism or lose her job. Listen to the interview with Joy and learn about transfer addiction following bariatric surgery.

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10795022 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 20:00:00 -0400 2926 79 full false Episode 78: Food Addiction — Is This You? Episode 78: Food Addiction — Is This You? Addiction professionals say some very wise things. For instance, Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies (I recommend reading the 2nd edition as she talks about bariatric surgery in this version) says, “From food addiction to food serenity – freedom tastes great!” Tennie McCarty, author of Shades of Hope says, “If you can’t take it or leave it, you’re probably addicted to it.” Dr. Gabor Mate, one of my favorite addiction specialists says, “There is one addiction process… whether it is manifested in the lethal substance dependencies; the frantic self-soothing of overeaters or shopaholics; the obsessions of gamblers, sexaholics, and compulsive internet  users; or the socially acceptable and even admired behaviors of the workaholic.” I say, if food or your weight is causing problems in your life, then it’s a problem. Call it whatever you want, but if you know there’s a problem and can’t stop eating foods that make the problems worse, you’re likely dealing with addiction. That’s why I wrote Weight Loss Surgery Does NOT Treat Food Addiction. Listen to today’s episode and see if your relationship with food may suggest an addiction to food.  

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Loss-Surgery-Treat-Addiction/dp/154846046X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HIK9S1SGER4K&keywords=weight+loss+surgery+does+not+treat+food+addiction&qid=1654562940&sprefix=weight+loss+surgery+do%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-Steps-Traditions-Overeaters-Second/dp/1889681245/ref=sr_1_4?crid=NDIHXSMRCB39&keywords=overeaters+anonymous+books&qid=1654563117&s=books&sprefix=overeat%2Cstripbooks%2C284&sr=1-4

https://www.amazon.com/Food-Junkies-Recovery-Addiction-ebook/dp/B07BLK7XL7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WF6IVEU13MJK&keywords=food+junkies+by+dr.+vera+tarman&qid=1654563003&sprefix=food+junkies+%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Shades-Hope-Treat-Your-Addiction-ebook/dp/B006LU1ONA/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ZIF5VA24VBPH&keywords=tennie+mccarty&qid=1654563038&s=books&sprefix=tennie+mc%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1

https://www.amazon.com/Realm-Hungry-Ghosts-Encounters-Addiction-ebook/dp/B004ZZMBH6/ref=sr_1_5?crid=14RGHW2R1BHIS&keywords=gabor+mate&qid=1654563064&s=books&sprefix=gabor+mate%2Cstripbooks%2C94&sr=1-5

]]> Addiction professionals say some very wise things. For instance, Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies (I recommend reading the 2nd edition as she talks about bariatric surgery in this version) says, “From food addiction to food serenity – freedom tastes great!” Tennie McCarty, author of Shades of Hope says, “If you can’t take it or leave it, you’re probably addicted to it.” Dr. Gabor Mate, one of my favorite addiction specialists says, “There is one addiction process… whether it is manifested in the lethal substance dependencies; the frantic self-soothing of overeaters or shopaholics; the obsessions of gamblers, sexaholics, and compulsive internet  users; or the socially acceptable and even admired behaviors of the workaholic.” I say, if food or your weight is causing problems in your life, then it’s a problem. Call it whatever you want, but if you know there’s a problem and can’t stop eating foods that make the problems worse, you’re likely dealing with addiction. That’s why I wrote Weight Loss Surgery Does NOT Treat Food Addiction. Listen to today’s episode and see if your relationship with food may suggest an addiction to food.  

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Loss-Surgery-Treat-Addiction/dp/154846046X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HIK9S1SGER4K&keywords=weight+loss+surgery+does+not+treat+food+addiction&qid=1654562940&sprefix=weight+loss+surgery+do%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-Steps-Traditions-Overeaters-Second/dp/1889681245/ref=sr_1_4?crid=NDIHXSMRCB39&keywords=overeaters+anonymous+books&qid=1654563117&s=books&sprefix=overeat%2Cstripbooks%2C284&sr=1-4

https://www.amazon.com/Food-Junkies-Recovery-Addiction-ebook/dp/B07BLK7XL7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WF6IVEU13MJK&keywords=food+junkies+by+dr.+vera+tarman&qid=1654563003&sprefix=food+junkies+%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Shades-Hope-Treat-Your-Addiction-ebook/dp/B006LU1ONA/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ZIF5VA24VBPH&keywords=tennie+mccarty&qid=1654563038&s=books&sprefix=tennie+mc%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1

https://www.amazon.com/Realm-Hungry-Ghosts-Encounters-Addiction-ebook/dp/B004ZZMBH6/ref=sr_1_5?crid=14RGHW2R1BHIS&keywords=gabor+mate&qid=1654563064&s=books&sprefix=gabor+mate%2Cstripbooks%2C94&sr=1-5

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10748996 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:00:00 -0400 2911 78 full false Episode 77: Food Issues and Self-Esteem — Is There a Correlation? Episode 77: Food Issues and Self-Esteem — Is There a Correlation? I recently heard what turned into a controversial discussion on a radio show about whether or not someone who smokes suffers with low self-esteem. I gave the issue quite a bit of thought, broadening the question to pertain to those with food issues, alcohol issues and other addictive-type issues. My personal experience and my years as a professional working in the field of bariatrics, leads me to the conclusion that there is a correlation between food issues and self-esteem. I’m curious about what you’ll think after listening to today’s episode. Please let me know by sharing a comment!

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.

https://uplift.love/why-were-a-culture-of-addicts/

https://psychcentral.com/lib/shame-the-core-of-addiction-and-codependency

https://www.northpointrecovery.com/blog/ditch-shame-blame-addiction/ 

https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/substance-use-disorder/how-shame-and-guilt-fuel-addiction

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]]> I recently heard what turned into a controversial discussion on a radio show about whether or not someone who smokes suffers with low self-esteem. I gave the issue quite a bit of thought, broadening the question to pertain to those with food issues, alcohol issues and other addictive-type issues. My personal experience and my years as a professional working in the field of bariatrics, leads me to the conclusion that there is a correlation between food issues and self-esteem. I’m curious about what you’ll think after listening to today’s episode. Please let me know by sharing a comment!

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.

https://uplift.love/why-were-a-culture-of-addicts/

https://psychcentral.com/lib/shame-the-core-of-addiction-and-codependency

https://www.northpointrecovery.com/blog/ditch-shame-blame-addiction/ 

https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/substance-use-disorder/how-shame-and-guilt-fuel-addiction

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10728535 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 20:00:00 -0400 1973 77 full false Episode 76: Focus on the PROCESS! Episode 76: Focus on the PROCESS!  “You’re Only Responsible for the Effort You Put Into Whatever You Do.” This sentence has had tremendous impact in my life. And I hope it will become a sentence that you learn to live by! People who have bariatric surgery tell me they want to live at a healthy weight and have an improved quality of life. In order for that to happen, they need to develop a healthy lifestyle that lasts for the rest of their life! Too many people focus on reaching a goal weight rather than on learning to live a healthy post op way of life. Developing a healthy lifestyle and putting effort into that process has a number of benefits including feeling less pressure, having improved self-confidence, and experiencing more happiness along the way. Not to mention, focusing on today’s effort keeps people from falling into old habits that result in weight regain! Listen in and learn more about the importance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome!

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program, go to www.bariaftercare.com.

https://www.lifehack.org/338162/why-people-that-focus-more-process-than-outcomes-get-better-results

Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fear-of-failure_b_969503

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]]>  “You’re Only Responsible for the Effort You Put Into Whatever You Do.” This sentence has had tremendous impact in my life. And I hope it will become a sentence that you learn to live by! People who have bariatric surgery tell me they want to live at a healthy weight and have an improved quality of life. In order for that to happen, they need to develop a healthy lifestyle that lasts for the rest of their life! Too many people focus on reaching a goal weight rather than on learning to live a healthy post op way of life. Developing a healthy lifestyle and putting effort into that process has a number of benefits including feeling less pressure, having improved self-confidence, and experiencing more happiness along the way. Not to mention, focusing on today’s effort keeps people from falling into old habits that result in weight regain! Listen in and learn more about the importance of focusing on the process rather than the outcome!

Also, please invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to the BariAftercare podcast. And for more information on the entire BariAftercare program, go to www.bariaftercare.com.

https://www.lifehack.org/338162/why-people-that-focus-more-process-than-outcomes-get-better-results

Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fear-of-failure_b_969503

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10670491 Mon, 23 May 2022 21:00:00 -0400 3123 76 full false Episode 75: REFUSE REGAIN — Follow the Bariatric Basics as Outlined by Dr. Susan Mitchell, Bariatric Registered Dietician Episode 75: REFUSE REGAIN — Follow the Bariatric Basics as Outlined by Dr. Susan Mitchell, Bariatric Registered Dietician The absolute best way to REFUSE REGAIN is to follow the bariatric basics. Today’s episode is one you will want to listen to on a regular basis. Today I interviewed Dr. Susan Mitchell, bariatric RD and host of her own, acclaimed podcast, Bariatric Surgery Success, which you want to listen to regularly. The link to her website is below. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter, as well! I learn all sorts of good information from Dr. Susan. In this episode, Dr. Susan breaks down the basics for how post-op patients need to eat in order to be their biologically healthiest and remain at a healthier weight following bariatric surgery. Definitely invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to today’s podcast. And for more information on how to REFUSE REGAIN, check out the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.breakingdownnutrition.com/dr-susan-mitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

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]]> The absolute best way to REFUSE REGAIN is to follow the bariatric basics. Today’s episode is one you will want to listen to on a regular basis. Today I interviewed Dr. Susan Mitchell, bariatric RD and host of her own, acclaimed podcast, Bariatric Surgery Success, which you want to listen to regularly. The link to her website is below. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter, as well! I learn all sorts of good information from Dr. Susan. In this episode, Dr. Susan breaks down the basics for how post-op patients need to eat in order to be their biologically healthiest and remain at a healthier weight following bariatric surgery. Definitely invite anyone you know who has had bariatric surgery, or who is planning to have bariatric surgery, to listen to today’s podcast. And for more information on how to REFUSE REGAIN, check out the entire BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com.

www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.breakingdownnutrition.com/dr-susan-mitchell

https://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10637404 Tue, 17 May 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2729 75 full false Episode 74: REFUSE REGAIN — Addressing Resistance to Making Lifestyle Change Episode 74: REFUSE REGAIN — Addressing Resistance to Making Lifestyle Change Consciously or subconsciously, many post-ops resist making the changes necessary to lose weight and to keep weight off. Well, that doesn’t make sense! People choose to have bariatric surgery. They’re informed prior to having it what they need to do behaviorally after surgery as they lose weight. They are told very specifically what behaviors they need to engage in to keep that weight off. So why would they resist doing those things? Listen in and learn about various reasons people seem to disregard  the information they're given about living a healthy post-op lifestyle. And please share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to regain and while you’re at it, check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Consciously or subconsciously, many post-ops resist making the changes necessary to lose weight and to keep weight off. Well, that doesn’t make sense! People choose to have bariatric surgery. They’re informed prior to having it what they need to do behaviorally after surgery as they lose weight. They are told very specifically what behaviors they need to engage in to keep that weight off. So why would they resist doing those things? Listen in and learn about various reasons people seem to disregard  the information they're given about living a healthy post-op lifestyle. And please share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to regain and while you’re at it, check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10604017 Wed, 11 May 2022 22:00:00 -0400 1912 74 full false Episode 73: REFUSE REGAIN — The 4 ACES for Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance Episode 73: REFUSE REGAIN — The 4 ACES for Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance For the next several weeks I’ll be talking about regain… how to avoid it and how to lose it if it’s found you! Set it firmly in my mind that you REFUSE REGAIN! Use the information in this video and the next several videos to maintain your weight loss or to help you lose any pounds you may have regained. And then… again… REFUSE REGAIN! In today’s episode, I’ll be explaining what my 4 ACES are and how they can help you in your quest to maintain a healthy weight. If you’re a member of the full BariAftercare program you can complete the worksheet that goes with this information, so please… Share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to regain and check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

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]]> For the next several weeks I’ll be talking about regain… how to avoid it and how to lose it if it’s found you! Set it firmly in my mind that you REFUSE REGAIN! Use the information in this video and the next several videos to maintain your weight loss or to help you lose any pounds you may have regained. And then… again… REFUSE REGAIN! In today’s episode, I’ll be explaining what my 4 ACES are and how they can help you in your quest to maintain a healthy weight. If you’re a member of the full BariAftercare program you can complete the worksheet that goes with this information, so please… Share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to regain and check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10539101 Sun, 01 May 2022 21:00:00 -0400 1780 73 full false Episode 72: Body Dysmorphic Disorder OR Body Image Dissatisfaction? Episode 72: Body Dysmorphic Disorder OR Body Image Dissatisfaction? I’ve been hearing a lot of post-op bariatric patients using the words “body dysmorphia” quite a lot in the past couple of years in relation to how they are experiencing the changes in their bodies after major weight loss. I did some investigating as the little bit of information I had about body dysmorphic disorder did not seem to fit the description of what I heard these people discussing. Tune in to this episode and learn for yourself what I learned about the differences and similarities between body dysmorphic disorder and having trouble with body image issues. What you learn may help you get whatever help you need, if any, to deal with either of these issues. Both cause emotional despair and we want to minimize as much of that as possible! Share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to how they feel about their body and check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

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]]> I’ve been hearing a lot of post-op bariatric patients using the words “body dysmorphia” quite a lot in the past couple of years in relation to how they are experiencing the changes in their bodies after major weight loss. I did some investigating as the little bit of information I had about body dysmorphic disorder did not seem to fit the description of what I heard these people discussing. Tune in to this episode and learn for yourself what I learned about the differences and similarities between body dysmorphic disorder and having trouble with body image issues. What you learn may help you get whatever help you need, if any, to deal with either of these issues. Both cause emotional despair and we want to minimize as much of that as possible! Share this episode with those who are struggling with issues related to how they feel about their body and check out the full BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Thanks!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10470114 Tue, 19 Apr 2022 23:00:00 -0400 1970 72 full false Episode 71: Health Coaching — Might it help YOU in your journey to maintaining a healthy weight? Episode 71: Health Coaching — Might it help YOU in your journey to maintaining a healthy weight? Health coaching is becoming more and more popular, particularly in the field of bariatric medicine! Not everyone needs the deeper dive that takes place in therapy sessions, but could definitely use an additional support person. Health coaches are tremendous for assisting you in setting goals and being an accountability person to help you remain consistent in following through with your goals! Health coaches can make suggestions, share ideas other people have used to overcome a struggle, and literally or virtually walk with you through a trip to the grocery store or finding the right storage containers for a bariatric friendly meal. In this video, you’ll meet one health coach, located in the greater Atlanta area. Reach out to her or find someone qualified as a health coach in your area!

Erin Garrett Bariatric Health Coach Website: www.BariatricHealthCoaching.com

Email: Erin@bariatrichealthcoaching.com

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]]> Health coaching is becoming more and more popular, particularly in the field of bariatric medicine! Not everyone needs the deeper dive that takes place in therapy sessions, but could definitely use an additional support person. Health coaches are tremendous for assisting you in setting goals and being an accountability person to help you remain consistent in following through with your goals! Health coaches can make suggestions, share ideas other people have used to overcome a struggle, and literally or virtually walk with you through a trip to the grocery store or finding the right storage containers for a bariatric friendly meal. In this video, you’ll meet one health coach, located in the greater Atlanta area. Reach out to her or find someone qualified as a health coach in your area!

Erin Garrett Bariatric Health Coach Website: www.BariatricHealthCoaching.com

Email: Erin@bariatrichealthcoaching.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10435513 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400 2569 71 full false Episode 70: Sleep and Your Weight Episode 70: Sleep and Your Weight The information I recently learned about sleep as it relates to our health and weight has decidedly got me re-thinking the importance of sleep in my life! Bariatric patients often have one or more health comorbidities to include diabetes, sleep apnea, cardiovascular issues and hypertension. Wait until you hear how getting less than eight hours of sleep a night impacts those very same health conditions. The combination of comorbidities related to the disease of obesity and not getting enough sleep is alarming! Listen in, being sure to share this podcast with everyone you know (because really, how many people regularly get at least 8 hours of sleep a night). If you listen to this information, you’re likely to put more effort into getting more sleep than you do now! Check it out and for more information, read the book that all of these facts come from. Information about the book is in the Podcast Notes.

Source: Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker, Steve West, et al.

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]]> The information I recently learned about sleep as it relates to our health and weight has decidedly got me re-thinking the importance of sleep in my life! Bariatric patients often have one or more health comorbidities to include diabetes, sleep apnea, cardiovascular issues and hypertension. Wait until you hear how getting less than eight hours of sleep a night impacts those very same health conditions. The combination of comorbidities related to the disease of obesity and not getting enough sleep is alarming! Listen in, being sure to share this podcast with everyone you know (because really, how many people regularly get at least 8 hours of sleep a night). If you listen to this information, you’re likely to put more effort into getting more sleep than you do now! Check it out and for more information, read the book that all of these facts come from. Information about the book is in the Podcast Notes.

Source: Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker, Steve West, et al.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10435443 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 21:00:00 -0400 1606 70 full false Episode 69: Overall psychological strength and stability… for Sustained Weight Episode 69: Overall psychological strength and stability… for Sustained Weight What does “overall psychological strength and stability” mean and what does that have to do with maintaining weight loss? Having what the researchers of the article we have been discussing for the past several episodes call “overall psychological strength and stability” basically means being a healthy adult. Well… that doesn’t clear things up very much! Listen in and I’ll explain why being able to at least act as if we’re psychologically healthy adults is important when it comes to keeping weight off. And maintaining  weight loss after bariatric surgery is, after all, one of the main goals I hope you have when making the decision to have bariatric surgery. So let’s get on with finding out what a person with overall psychological strength and stability acts like! As always, please be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet I created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com. 

SOURCES:

lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2020/06/25/what-personality-traits-define-the-psychologically-healthy-individual/?sh=450058e62d7d

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]]> What does “overall psychological strength and stability” mean and what does that have to do with maintaining weight loss? Having what the researchers of the article we have been discussing for the past several episodes call “overall psychological strength and stability” basically means being a healthy adult. Well… that doesn’t clear things up very much! Listen in and I’ll explain why being able to at least act as if we’re psychologically healthy adults is important when it comes to keeping weight off. And maintaining  weight loss after bariatric surgery is, after all, one of the main goals I hope you have when making the decision to have bariatric surgery. So let’s get on with finding out what a person with overall psychological strength and stability acts like! As always, please be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet I created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com. 

SOURCES:

lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2020/06/25/what-personality-traits-define-the-psychologically-healthy-individual/?sh=450058e62d7d

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10294126 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0400 2625 69 full false Episode 68: Autonomy and Assuming Responsility in Life… BOTH Needed for Sustained Weight Episode 68: Autonomy and Assuming Responsility in Life… BOTH Needed for Sustained Weight Are you an autonomous adult? Say what? Are you a person who makes decisions for themselves, who is independent and chooses their own path in life? I’m sure that in many ways and in many areas of your life, you are indeed an independent decision-maker. How about when it comes to make decisions for your life about having bariatric surgery, what foods come into your home, whether you take your lunch to the office and eat what your brought or cave when everyone orders fast food? Do you assume responsibility for following through with your healthy decisions? Making your own decisions and following through with them are both described by researchers as being necessary to maintain weight loss. Find out more about what autonomy and assuming responsibility in life look like for your life after bariatric surgery.

And please be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet I created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com.

 SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Are you an autonomous adult? Say what? Are you a person who makes decisions for themselves, who is independent and chooses their own path in life? I’m sure that in many ways and in many areas of your life, you are indeed an independent decision-maker. How about when it comes to make decisions for your life about having bariatric surgery, what foods come into your home, whether you take your lunch to the office and eat what your brought or cave when everyone orders fast food? Do you assume responsibility for following through with your healthy decisions? Making your own decisions and following through with them are both described by researchers as being necessary to maintain weight loss. Find out more about what autonomy and assuming responsibility in life look like for your life after bariatric surgery.

And please be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet I created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com.

 SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

BariAftercare: www.bariaftercare.com

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10294068 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0400 1705 68 full false Episode 67: Registered Dietician Taylor Educates Us About Sugar and Sugar Substitutes Episode 67: Registered Dietician Taylor Educates Us About Sugar and Sugar Substitutes What is the truth about sugar? How much is it okay for you to have in a day’s time? And what about all the sugar substitutes? Are some of them better for you than others? Or are all of the ok? Or maybe they’re all bad? Oh, yeah…. And then there are those things called sugar alcohols? What’s up with them? Listen in and get the scientific facts from Taylor! And be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet Taylor created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> What is the truth about sugar? How much is it okay for you to have in a day’s time? And what about all the sugar substitutes? Are some of them better for you than others? Or are all of the ok? Or maybe they’re all bad? Oh, yeah…. And then there are those things called sugar alcohols? What’s up with them? Listen in and get the scientific facts from Taylor! And be sure to share this information with your friends! Encourage them to listen to BariAftercare, the Podcast and for additional information to include a worksheet Taylor created on this topic, join the BariAftercare program by going to www.bariaftercare.com.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10294006 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0400 2029 67 full false Episode 66: Self Efficacy — CRITICAL for Successful Weight Maintenance Episode 66: Self Efficacy — CRITICAL for Successful Weight Maintenance Self-efficacy is a person’s belief in their ability to succeed in a particular situation. When it comes to keeping weight off following bariatric surgery, many post-op patients struggle mightily to believe deep down in their heart of hearts that they will succeed in keeping their weight off for the long haul. They may or may not verbalize this sense of doubt. For every patient who does admit to having this unwanted fear related to potential weight regain, there is likely a very good reason for their apprehension. It’s their lack of self-efficacy, their belief in their ability to maintain a healthy weight. This self-doubt is very reasonable and is a result of having lost and regained weight - a number of times in the past. As you are well aware, bariatric surgery will help you lose weight, but it’s no guarantee for keeping it off. Developing a sense of self-efficacy, a genuine belief that you can and will keep the weight off after surgery is essential to actually doing so. Listen in and learn how you can improve your belief in yourself… that sense of self-efficacy is necessary to keep your body at a healthy weight for the rest of your life.  Here’s to improving your self-efficacy.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

Resources:

Bandura A. Self-Efficacy in Changing Societies. Cambridge University Press.

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-self-efficacy-2795954

https://positivepsychology.com/3-ways-build-self-efficacy/

]]> Self-efficacy is a person’s belief in their ability to succeed in a particular situation. When it comes to keeping weight off following bariatric surgery, many post-op patients struggle mightily to believe deep down in their heart of hearts that they will succeed in keeping their weight off for the long haul. They may or may not verbalize this sense of doubt. For every patient who does admit to having this unwanted fear related to potential weight regain, there is likely a very good reason for their apprehension. It’s their lack of self-efficacy, their belief in their ability to maintain a healthy weight. This self-doubt is very reasonable and is a result of having lost and regained weight - a number of times in the past. As you are well aware, bariatric surgery will help you lose weight, but it’s no guarantee for keeping it off. Developing a sense of self-efficacy, a genuine belief that you can and will keep the weight off after surgery is essential to actually doing so. Listen in and learn how you can improve your belief in yourself… that sense of self-efficacy is necessary to keep your body at a healthy weight for the rest of your life.  Here’s to improving your self-efficacy.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

Resources:

Bandura A. Self-Efficacy in Changing Societies. Cambridge University Press.

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-self-efficacy-2795954

https://positivepsychology.com/3-ways-build-self-efficacy/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10171418 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0500 1889 full false Episode 65: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance — Healthy Coping Skills and the Ability to Handle Life Stress Episode 65: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance — Healthy Coping Skills and the Ability to Handle Life Stress Life is stressful – both before bariatric surgery – and after bariatric surgery. You’ll continue to run late in the morning, your job will continue to overwhelm or overload you, your family will still say and do things that hurt your feelings or frustrate the bejeesus out of you, parents will continue to age, spouses and partners will disappoint you, and food triggers will remain everywhere you look. Life is stress-filled. Researchers inform us that in order to successfully maintain weight loss, you need to be able to handle the stress in life using healthy coping skills. As a bariatric patient, eating is not a healthy coping skill. You need to learn and practice engaging in healthy coping skills to have a better chance of maintaining a healthy weight after surgery. Learn more about what a healthy coping skill is, according to a 7-year-old, then learn the importance of practicing using them. Also, do a friend a favor and share this podcast with them!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

https://www.verywellmind.com/forty-healthy-coping-skills-4586742

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/6392-stress-coping-with-lifes-stressors

https://positivepsychology.com/coping-skills-worksheets/

]]> Life is stressful – both before bariatric surgery – and after bariatric surgery. You’ll continue to run late in the morning, your job will continue to overwhelm or overload you, your family will still say and do things that hurt your feelings or frustrate the bejeesus out of you, parents will continue to age, spouses and partners will disappoint you, and food triggers will remain everywhere you look. Life is stress-filled. Researchers inform us that in order to successfully maintain weight loss, you need to be able to handle the stress in life using healthy coping skills. As a bariatric patient, eating is not a healthy coping skill. You need to learn and practice engaging in healthy coping skills to have a better chance of maintaining a healthy weight after surgery. Learn more about what a healthy coping skill is, according to a 7-year-old, then learn the importance of practicing using them. Also, do a friend a favor and share this podcast with them!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

https://www.verywellmind.com/forty-healthy-coping-skills-4586742

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/6392-stress-coping-with-lifes-stressors

https://positivepsychology.com/coping-skills-worksheets/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10119743 Mon, 21 Feb 2022 23:00:00 -0500 2332 65 full false Episode 64: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance — Healthy SUPPORT Episode 64: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance — Healthy SUPPORT Of course you want to lose your excess weight when you have bariatric surgery. You also (hopefully) want to keep that weight off! A group of researchers has informed us that having and utilizing a healthy support system after bariatric surgery is a great predictor for keeping weight off. Let’s bring this home. Do YOU have a support system? People in your immediate life that are there for you as you celebrate the victories related to weight loss, who are there to lovingly remind you when they see you engaging in behaviors that are not going to help you achieve your long-term goals and who are going to provide you with empathy, encouragement and celebration throughout your journey? Are you involved in support groups with other people going through the process of weight loss and why is this important? How can you tell who is truly healthy support person? Tune in and find out. Then share this information with someone you think could benefit from it as well!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

https://www.availnyc.org/healthy-support-system 

https://rightpathaddictioncenters.com/building-healthy-support-systems-relationships/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/friendship-20/201812/what-does-healthy-relationship-look

https://www.roadtogrowthcounseling.com/how-to-build-a-support-system/

]]> Of course you want to lose your excess weight when you have bariatric surgery. You also (hopefully) want to keep that weight off! A group of researchers has informed us that having and utilizing a healthy support system after bariatric surgery is a great predictor for keeping weight off. Let’s bring this home. Do YOU have a support system? People in your immediate life that are there for you as you celebrate the victories related to weight loss, who are there to lovingly remind you when they see you engaging in behaviors that are not going to help you achieve your long-term goals and who are going to provide you with empathy, encouragement and celebration throughout your journey? Are you involved in support groups with other people going through the process of weight loss and why is this important? How can you tell who is truly healthy support person? Tune in and find out. Then share this information with someone you think could benefit from it as well!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

https://www.availnyc.org/healthy-support-system 

https://rightpathaddictioncenters.com/building-healthy-support-systems-relationships/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/friendship-20/201812/what-does-healthy-relationship-look

https://www.roadtogrowthcounseling.com/how-to-build-a-support-system/

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10076717 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 21:00:00 -0500 2667 64 full false Episode 63: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance: Internal Motivation Episode 63: Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance: Internal Motivation Internal (or intrinsic) motivation has been noted by researchers as being a healthy predictor of successful weight loss maintenance. Intrinsic motivation comes from within a person rather than from outside rewards or fear of punishment. External (or extrinsic) motivation comes from a desire for some sort of physical reward.

Most people, during their pre-surgical psychological evaluations say the reasons they want to have bariatric surgery include improving their health (or preventing health problems) and enjoying a better quality of life (being able to do more things they want to do). However, for many people, once they lose the weight and are enjoying better health and an improved quality of life, all of a sudden that isn’t enough. All of a sudden they become obsessed with a particular number on the scale or a specific clothing size. This raises a red flag for me. Listen in and find out why! Also, learn the reasons it is important to use both external and internal motivation in the weight loss process but why having internal motivation is necessary to keep the weight off!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

]]> Internal (or intrinsic) motivation has been noted by researchers as being a healthy predictor of successful weight loss maintenance. Intrinsic motivation comes from within a person rather than from outside rewards or fear of punishment. External (or extrinsic) motivation comes from a desire for some sort of physical reward.

Most people, during their pre-surgical psychological evaluations say the reasons they want to have bariatric surgery include improving their health (or preventing health problems) and enjoying a better quality of life (being able to do more things they want to do). However, for many people, once they lose the weight and are enjoying better health and an improved quality of life, all of a sudden that isn’t enough. All of a sudden they become obsessed with a particular number on the scale or a specific clothing size. This raises a red flag for me. Listen in and find out why! Also, learn the reasons it is important to use both external and internal motivation in the weight loss process but why having internal motivation is necessary to keep the weight off!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-10052357 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0500 2402 63 full false Episode 62: Emotional Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance Episode 62: Emotional Predictors for Successful Weight Maintenance In almost every weight loss program there is a focus on behavior modification. In other words, what are you going to do differently from your regular food routine in order to lose weight? Behavior modifications are basically what I refer to as the “Gotta Do Ems.” Behavior modifications focus on keeping portion sizes reasonable, limiting the processed foods you choose, staying away from added sugar, doing some sort of exercise… you know - the behaviors that lead to weight loss! Today, however, I’ll be talking about the EMOTIONAL changes you may want to look into that will lead to weight loss and help you stay engaged in the behaviors that keep that weight off. If you, like many, are able to lose the weight but struggle to keep it off, then this episode may help you unlock some essential tools to make it easier for you to lose weight and to keep it off. Listen in for information to help you live your best life at a healthy weight for your body!

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

]]> In almost every weight loss program there is a focus on behavior modification. In other words, what are you going to do differently from your regular food routine in order to lose weight? Behavior modifications are basically what I refer to as the “Gotta Do Ems.” Behavior modifications focus on keeping portion sizes reasonable, limiting the processed foods you choose, staying away from added sugar, doing some sort of exercise… you know - the behaviors that lead to weight loss! Today, however, I’ll be talking about the EMOTIONAL changes you may want to look into that will lead to weight loss and help you stay engaged in the behaviors that keep that weight off. If you, like many, are able to lose the weight but struggle to keep it off, then this episode may help you unlock some essential tools to make it easier for you to lose weight and to keep it off. Listen in for information to help you live your best life at a healthy weight for your body!

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

SOURCE: lfhag K, Rössner S. Who succeeds in maintaining weight loss? A conceptual review of factors associated with weight loss maintenance and weight regain. Obes Rev. 2005;6(1):67–85.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9989183 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 21:00:00 -0500 2489 62 full false Episode 61: Interview (Part 2) with Tonimarie who has recently lost 50 pounds of regain! Episode 61: Interview (Part 2) with Tonimarie who has recently lost 50 pounds of regain! I couldn’t leave you hanging and not hear the end of Tonimarie’s story of how she re-lost the regain she experienced after bariatric surgery! As a recap, Tonimarie regained all of the weight she lost following bariatric surgery. She was considering having a revision surgery, but learned that her anatomy was still as it had been after surgery. In other words, she realized she needed to get serious about changing her behaviors and get back to the bariatric basics she learned as she prepared for her surgery several years ago. Listen to learn how Tonimarie revived her motivation for a healthier life and how she lost 50 pounds and plans to continue to engage in her healthy lifestyle behaviors and lose even more weight! Be sure to sign up for BariAftercare at www.bariaftercare.com to receive all the benefits of the program to help you maintain a healthy weight following bariatric surgery.

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]]> I couldn’t leave you hanging and not hear the end of Tonimarie’s story of how she re-lost the regain she experienced after bariatric surgery! As a recap, Tonimarie regained all of the weight she lost following bariatric surgery. She was considering having a revision surgery, but learned that her anatomy was still as it had been after surgery. In other words, she realized she needed to get serious about changing her behaviors and get back to the bariatric basics she learned as she prepared for her surgery several years ago. Listen to learn how Tonimarie revived her motivation for a healthier life and how she lost 50 pounds and plans to continue to engage in her healthy lifestyle behaviors and lose even more weight! Be sure to sign up for BariAftercare at www.bariaftercare.com to receive all the benefits of the program to help you maintain a healthy weight following bariatric surgery.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9911617 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2072 61 full false Episode 60: Interview with Tonimarie who has recently lost 50 pounds of regain! Episode 60: Interview with Tonimarie who has recently lost 50 pounds of regain! Like many others who have had bariatric surgery, Tonimarie found herself having regained all of the weight she lost after her bariatric procedure several years ago. In the past year, Tonimarie has put forth the kind of consistent effort that results in weight loss and leads to weight maintenance. Tonimarie utilizes a support group, seeks information online, asks for help from peers and professionals, and does the number one behavior strategy researchers say is the best tool for weight loss: she logs her food and exercise. Tonimarie learned that consistent effort, solid support, and learning to set boundaries with herself and others leads to healthy results, physically and emotionally. Listen in and hear more about Tonimarie’s journey! Sign up for the Gain While You Lose 10-week online program that will help you learn many skills necessary for weight loss and for maintaining a healthy weight. Hurry! The class begins in February! Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Like many others who have had bariatric surgery, Tonimarie found herself having regained all of the weight she lost after her bariatric procedure several years ago. In the past year, Tonimarie has put forth the kind of consistent effort that results in weight loss and leads to weight maintenance. Tonimarie utilizes a support group, seeks information online, asks for help from peers and professionals, and does the number one behavior strategy researchers say is the best tool for weight loss: she logs her food and exercise. Tonimarie learned that consistent effort, solid support, and learning to set boundaries with herself and others leads to healthy results, physically and emotionally. Listen in and hear more about Tonimarie’s journey! Sign up for the Gain While You Lose 10-week online program that will help you learn many skills necessary for weight loss and for maintaining a healthy weight. Hurry! The class begins in February! Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9871837 Tue, 11 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0500 2202 60 full false Episode 59: Onward and Forward! Episode 59: Onward and Forward! The holidays, yesterday (and last year) are over. How were your holidays… foodwise, I mean?! The truth is, it doesn’t matter because we only have today in which to live! Focusing on living in the moment is a great tool to help you forego regrets about yesterday and stay away from worrying about tomorrow. When it comes to bariatric eating, focusing on the moment, or the meal you’re eating in the moment, is a very wise thing to do. You can choose to focus each and every time, on the one meal you are eating, following the bariatric basics for eating: protein first, plus a veggie, maybe a fruit, maybe a healthy carb or a reasonable serving of starch. Staying in the moment is a choice! In today’s podcast, you’ll hear about some things you may want to STOP doing and others you may want to START doing, lest you remain on the hamster wheel of weight loss and regain. Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> The holidays, yesterday (and last year) are over. How were your holidays… foodwise, I mean?! The truth is, it doesn’t matter because we only have today in which to live! Focusing on living in the moment is a great tool to help you forego regrets about yesterday and stay away from worrying about tomorrow. When it comes to bariatric eating, focusing on the moment, or the meal you’re eating in the moment, is a very wise thing to do. You can choose to focus each and every time, on the one meal you are eating, following the bariatric basics for eating: protein first, plus a veggie, maybe a fruit, maybe a healthy carb or a reasonable serving of starch. Staying in the moment is a choice! In today’s podcast, you’ll hear about some things you may want to STOP doing and others you may want to START doing, lest you remain on the hamster wheel of weight loss and regain. Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9833428 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2236 59 full false Episode 58: The Present by Spencer Johnson Episode 58: The Present by Spencer Johnson The Present is a book by Spencer Johnson. Since we’re in the throes of the holiday season, it seemed pertinent to share this story with you. As a bariatric patient, you can use the lessons in this book to stay focused on the present and create the future you are seeking by learning from the past. You may want to listen to this story several times, reflect on the messages in the book, and think carefully about how you can apply each lesson to your journey through the weight loss process so that you can maintain a healthy weight going forward, enjoying the joy and peace-filled life you envisioned when you began your journey. Speaking of joy and peace, these are my wishes for you in this holiday season and always. Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

The Present by Specer Johnson

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]]> The Present is a book by Spencer Johnson. Since we’re in the throes of the holiday season, it seemed pertinent to share this story with you. As a bariatric patient, you can use the lessons in this book to stay focused on the present and create the future you are seeking by learning from the past. You may want to listen to this story several times, reflect on the messages in the book, and think carefully about how you can apply each lesson to your journey through the weight loss process so that you can maintain a healthy weight going forward, enjoying the joy and peace-filled life you envisioned when you began your journey. Speaking of joy and peace, these are my wishes for you in this holiday season and always. Information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com.

The Present by Specer Johnson

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9758613 Mon, 20 Dec 2021 22:00:00 -0500 5461 58 full false Episode 57: Resolutions No More! Episode 57: Resolutions No More! Let’s get a jump-start on the New Year and talk about Resolutions. Here’s my suggestion: Don’t set any! The majority of people who set resolutions (promises they make) don’t follow through with them. If they did, the world would be full of physically healthier individuals as the majority of resolutions are related to improvements in physical health. Goals are a better bet in terms of follow-through, and yet, as James Clear, author of Atomic Habits points out, both winners and losers have the same goals. In order to rid yourself of the weight you want to lose and maintain that weight, having a daily system of behaviors, of good habits, is what will lead you to the winner’s circle. As a bariatric patient, your daily system needs to have some core components. Listen in and learn what those are! Then establish your unique system and you’ll remain at a healthy weight and enjoy living life fully! By the way, information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com. Some of the information from this podcast was borrowed from the following website: https://discoverhappyhabits.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/

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]]> Let’s get a jump-start on the New Year and talk about Resolutions. Here’s my suggestion: Don’t set any! The majority of people who set resolutions (promises they make) don’t follow through with them. If they did, the world would be full of physically healthier individuals as the majority of resolutions are related to improvements in physical health. Goals are a better bet in terms of follow-through, and yet, as James Clear, author of Atomic Habits points out, both winners and losers have the same goals. In order to rid yourself of the weight you want to lose and maintain that weight, having a daily system of behaviors, of good habits, is what will lead you to the winner’s circle. As a bariatric patient, your daily system needs to have some core components. Listen in and learn what those are! Then establish your unique system and you’ll remain at a healthy weight and enjoy living life fully! By the way, information about the complete BariAftercare program can be found at www.bariaftercare.com. Some of the information from this podcast was borrowed from the following website: https://discoverhappyhabits.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9718825 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2097 57 full false Episode 56: The Gift of YOU! Episode 56: The Gift of YOU! Gifts are on most people’s minds during the month of December. In the hustle and bustle of buying, wrapping and unwrapping gifts, take some time to think about that gift that is YOU! You ARE a gift! Your unique combination of talents, traits, and attributes deserves acknowledgement. From yourself! The examples of yourself as a gift shared in this podcast episode is worthy of self-reflection. Bariatric patients are easy to criticize themselves and often struggle to acknowledge their inner beauty. Give yourself the gift of recognizing yourself as a gift… a gift for yourself and to others! That’s a whole lot of repetitions of the word “gift.” How about giving the gift of letting others know about the BariAftercare podcast and the complete BariAftercare program, which can be found at www.bariaftercare.com. Information from this podcast was borrowed from the websites listed in the show notes for this episode.

https://tinybuddha.com/blog/40-reasons-youre-amazing-and-worth-appreciating/

https://brownmaclang.wordpress.com/2011/10/19/101-reasons-why-you-are-special/

https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/15-reasons-youre-probably-amazing-though-you-dont-know.html

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]]> Gifts are on most people’s minds during the month of December. In the hustle and bustle of buying, wrapping and unwrapping gifts, take some time to think about that gift that is YOU! You ARE a gift! Your unique combination of talents, traits, and attributes deserves acknowledgement. From yourself! The examples of yourself as a gift shared in this podcast episode is worthy of self-reflection. Bariatric patients are easy to criticize themselves and often struggle to acknowledge their inner beauty. Give yourself the gift of recognizing yourself as a gift… a gift for yourself and to others! That’s a whole lot of repetitions of the word “gift.” How about giving the gift of letting others know about the BariAftercare podcast and the complete BariAftercare program, which can be found at www.bariaftercare.com. Information from this podcast was borrowed from the websites listed in the show notes for this episode.

https://tinybuddha.com/blog/40-reasons-youre-amazing-and-worth-appreciating/

https://brownmaclang.wordpress.com/2011/10/19/101-reasons-why-you-are-special/

https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/15-reasons-youre-probably-amazing-though-you-dont-know.html

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9682906 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 22:00:00 -0500 2065 56 full false Episode 55: There’s a Reason for the Season and It Ain’t Food! Episode 55: There’s a Reason for the Season and It Ain’t Food! We’re deep into holiday season and the annual festive food is everywhere, tempting us all. It’s important for bariatric patients to keep in mind that food is NOT the reason for the holiday season AND that they chose to have bariatric surgery so they could spend more time living a healthier life with those they love… which is actually very much a part of the reason for the holiday season. While spending time with loved ones THIS holiday season, find great ways to make memories that are fun, entertaining, and maybe even active. Listen to this podcast episode and keep in mind the very important reasons you chose to have bariatric surgery. By doing so, food will take a back seat to the joy of living fully with your family and friends this holiday season.

The ideas in this podcast were obtained in part from the following websites:

https://paleoleap.com/nonfood-christmas-celebrations/

https://www.collegian.psu.edu/lifestyles/entertainment/15-things-to-do-during-your-thanksgiving-break-besides-eating/article_0723babc-cb45-11e7-9e51-f7b644d99b58.html

https://www.womansday.com/life/g33833846/things-to-do-on-thanksgiving/

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]]> We’re deep into holiday season and the annual festive food is everywhere, tempting us all. It’s important for bariatric patients to keep in mind that food is NOT the reason for the holiday season AND that they chose to have bariatric surgery so they could spend more time living a healthier life with those they love… which is actually very much a part of the reason for the holiday season. While spending time with loved ones THIS holiday season, find great ways to make memories that are fun, entertaining, and maybe even active. Listen to this podcast episode and keep in mind the very important reasons you chose to have bariatric surgery. By doing so, food will take a back seat to the joy of living fully with your family and friends this holiday season.

The ideas in this podcast were obtained in part from the following websites:

https://paleoleap.com/nonfood-christmas-celebrations/

https://www.collegian.psu.edu/lifestyles/entertainment/15-things-to-do-during-your-thanksgiving-break-besides-eating/article_0723babc-cb45-11e7-9e51-f7b644d99b58.html

https://www.womansday.com/life/g33833846/things-to-do-on-thanksgiving/

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9641141 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0500 1906 55 full false Episode 54: Go the Extra Mile for Yourself and Stay on Track Over the Holidays Episode 54: Go the Extra Mile for Yourself and Stay on Track Over the Holidays The holidays add extra layers of stress for most of us. Many bariatric patients struggle to stay on track with healthy habits, especially if they’re out of the early post-surgery “honeymoon” stage. Food triggers are everywhere throughout the year! The sights and smells of holiday foods, along with emotional triggers unearthed during the holiday season, make food even more appealing and seemingly irresistible. Bariatric patients need to put forth effort every single day and it’s certainly not easy! The tips in this podcast episode are useful every day. Because the holidays can test even the most diligent of post-ops, you may need a reminder of not only the bariatric behavior basics, but some additional ideas for going the extra mile during the holidays to help you stay on track every day over the holidays!

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]]> The holidays add extra layers of stress for most of us. Many bariatric patients struggle to stay on track with healthy habits, especially if they’re out of the early post-surgery “honeymoon” stage. Food triggers are everywhere throughout the year! The sights and smells of holiday foods, along with emotional triggers unearthed during the holiday season, make food even more appealing and seemingly irresistible. Bariatric patients need to put forth effort every single day and it’s certainly not easy! The tips in this podcast episode are useful every day. Because the holidays can test even the most diligent of post-ops, you may need a reminder of not only the bariatric behavior basics, but some additional ideas for going the extra mile during the holidays to help you stay on track every day over the holidays!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9562453 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 23:00:00 -0500 1879 54 full false Episode 53: Enjoy the Holidays and Still Lose Weight — Your Personal Challenge Episode 53: Enjoy the Holidays and Still Lose Weight — Your Personal Challenge Maintaining weight loss after bariatric surgery can be challenging. Doing so during the holiday season adds another whole level of difficulty when it comes to keeping your weight stable. What if you could get through this holiday season and not gain any weight… and perhaps actually lose some weight? How proud would you feel? What an amazing way to begin the new year, already on the right track! In today’s podcast I’ll share with you what might be some creative, and dare I say … fun (?) ways to engage in a series of mini-challenges that will collectively help you lose weight throughout the holiday season? No – I’m not kidding! Listen in and find out some pretty cool personal and group challenges to add some sparkle to you holidays… without adding a single calorie!

Here is a link to the site from which I shared a lot of information in this video: https://www.fatbrokestupid.com/70-inspiring-30-day-challenge-ideas-for-weight-loss/

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]]> Maintaining weight loss after bariatric surgery can be challenging. Doing so during the holiday season adds another whole level of difficulty when it comes to keeping your weight stable. What if you could get through this holiday season and not gain any weight… and perhaps actually lose some weight? How proud would you feel? What an amazing way to begin the new year, already on the right track! In today’s podcast I’ll share with you what might be some creative, and dare I say … fun (?) ways to engage in a series of mini-challenges that will collectively help you lose weight throughout the holiday season? No – I’m not kidding! Listen in and find out some pretty cool personal and group challenges to add some sparkle to you holidays… without adding a single calorie!

Here is a link to the site from which I shared a lot of information in this video: https://www.fatbrokestupid.com/70-inspiring-30-day-challenge-ideas-for-weight-loss/

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9523013 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 22:00:00 -0500 1992 53 full false Episode 52: Gratitude — A LIST or an Attitude? Episode 52: Gratitude — A LIST or an Attitude? Expressing thankfulness, or gratitude, is known to have positive effects on our mood and attitude. The positive benefits of acknowledging and expressing gratitude have been shown to last for weeks and months! And will be a motivator to keep you moving in the direction of living a healthy lifestyle at a healthy weight. Most of us are reminded from time to time to focus on what’s good and right in our world… in other words, we make a list of things we’re grateful for to counterbalance all the things we think are so wrong in our lives at the moment. That’s a good practice and can help to snap us out of a bad mood or short-term funk. However, an attitude of gratitude, or being aware of the things we’re grateful and thankful for throughout each and every day can be a game-changer in life! Listen in to find out the scientific, long-term benefits of developing an attitude of gratitude. It’s good news, I promise you that! SO… if you want to improve your overall outlook, feel better about yourself and your life while focusing on what’s truly important… learn how to cultivate this amazing thing called an attitude of gratitude!

Sources for some of the information included in this podcast:

·       https://www.happify.com/hd/cultivate-an-attitude-of-gratitude/

·       https://www.lifehack.org/867535/attitude-of-gratitude

·       https://thriveglobal.com/stories/5-ways-to-cultivate-an-attitude-of-gratitude/

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]]> Expressing thankfulness, or gratitude, is known to have positive effects on our mood and attitude. The positive benefits of acknowledging and expressing gratitude have been shown to last for weeks and months! And will be a motivator to keep you moving in the direction of living a healthy lifestyle at a healthy weight. Most of us are reminded from time to time to focus on what’s good and right in our world… in other words, we make a list of things we’re grateful for to counterbalance all the things we think are so wrong in our lives at the moment. That’s a good practice and can help to snap us out of a bad mood or short-term funk. However, an attitude of gratitude, or being aware of the things we’re grateful and thankful for throughout each and every day can be a game-changer in life! Listen in to find out the scientific, long-term benefits of developing an attitude of gratitude. It’s good news, I promise you that! SO… if you want to improve your overall outlook, feel better about yourself and your life while focusing on what’s truly important… learn how to cultivate this amazing thing called an attitude of gratitude!

Sources for some of the information included in this podcast:

·       https://www.happify.com/hd/cultivate-an-attitude-of-gratitude/

·       https://www.lifehack.org/867535/attitude-of-gratitude

·       https://thriveglobal.com/stories/5-ways-to-cultivate-an-attitude-of-gratitude/

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9487442 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1901 52 full false Episode 51: Bonus Episode — The Bottom Line When it Comes to Maintaining a Healthy Weight! Episode 51: Bonus Episode — The Bottom Line When it Comes to Maintaining a Healthy Weight! We all know what the areas of strength are in our lives… and we also know the areas in which we could improve. What areas of your life do you identify as being really good at? Are you a good employee? A great spouse? A terrific parent? If so, it’s a given that your behaviors… your habits, in those areas of your life, reflect how you feel about yourself in those arenas. Good employees show up for work on time, put effort into their job duties, get to meetings on time prepared to discuss the items on the agenda. The same is true for other roles in which you excel. What about those areas of life in which you see yourself as less capable? It’s common for bariatric patients to describe themselves in a variety of negative ways when it comes to their struggles with food, weight loss, exercise and regain. It’s very likely that your habits around eating and exercise reflect how you feel about yourself in these areas. Today’s podcast again includes information from James Clear, author of Atomic Habits. Listen to what he has to say about a person’s self-identification and their behaviors and what this has to do with your long-term success as a post-op.  His words and the research he notes are 100% in line with what my passion for working with bariatric patients is all about. Listen in and hear what I consider to be the bottom line in maintaining a healthy weight after bariatric surgery. Atomic Habits can be found here.

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]]> We all know what the areas of strength are in our lives… and we also know the areas in which we could improve. What areas of your life do you identify as being really good at? Are you a good employee? A great spouse? A terrific parent? If so, it’s a given that your behaviors… your habits, in those areas of your life, reflect how you feel about yourself in those arenas. Good employees show up for work on time, put effort into their job duties, get to meetings on time prepared to discuss the items on the agenda. The same is true for other roles in which you excel. What about those areas of life in which you see yourself as less capable? It’s common for bariatric patients to describe themselves in a variety of negative ways when it comes to their struggles with food, weight loss, exercise and regain. It’s very likely that your habits around eating and exercise reflect how you feel about yourself in these areas. Today’s podcast again includes information from James Clear, author of Atomic Habits. Listen to what he has to say about a person’s self-identification and their behaviors and what this has to do with your long-term success as a post-op.  His words and the research he notes are 100% in line with what my passion for working with bariatric patients is all about. Listen in and hear what I consider to be the bottom line in maintaining a healthy weight after bariatric surgery. Atomic Habits can be found here.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9453129 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 21:00:00 -0400 2507 51 full false Episode 50: Long Term Success Following Bariatric Surgery Depends on this… Episode 50: Long Term Success Following Bariatric Surgery Depends on this… Everyone who has bariatric surgery plans to have long-term success, usually described in terms of maintaining their weight loss over time. As you know, that is not always the case. Regain is a struggle for a lot of people after the “honeymoon period” is over. In the book Atomic Habits, the author, James Clear talks about the emphasis most people place on goals. He wisely points out that regardless of the goal, whether it be to win a sporting competition, be the champion of the spelling bee, or maintaining a healthy weight following bariatric surgery:  “Winners and losers have the same goals.” Both baseball teams have the goal of winning the championship game. All of the 4th graders have the goal of winning the spelling bee. All bariatric patients have the goal of maintaining their weight loss following surgery. What’s more important than having goals, then? Listen in and hear what James Clear says. By the way, I wholeheartedly agree with him! Atomic Habits can be found here.

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]]> Everyone who has bariatric surgery plans to have long-term success, usually described in terms of maintaining their weight loss over time. As you know, that is not always the case. Regain is a struggle for a lot of people after the “honeymoon period” is over. In the book Atomic Habits, the author, James Clear talks about the emphasis most people place on goals. He wisely points out that regardless of the goal, whether it be to win a sporting competition, be the champion of the spelling bee, or maintaining a healthy weight following bariatric surgery:  “Winners and losers have the same goals.” Both baseball teams have the goal of winning the championship game. All of the 4th graders have the goal of winning the spelling bee. All bariatric patients have the goal of maintaining their weight loss following surgery. What’s more important than having goals, then? Listen in and hear what James Clear says. By the way, I wholeheartedly agree with him! Atomic Habits can be found here.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9440980 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2198 50 full false Episode 49: Personal Protection Plan for Staying on Track Through The Holidays (Parts 3 and 4) Episode 49: Personal Protection Plan for Staying on Track Through The Holidays (Parts 3 and 4) We outlined how to develop the first two parts of your Personal Protection Plan for staying on course with your healthy lifestyle goals during the last BariAftercare podcast. In today’s episode, I’ll talk you through Parts 3 and 4 so you can complete your plan. It’s only helpful, however, if you actually create it, place it somewhere accessible to you (like on your phone) and then use it! The tools are available! It’s 100% your choice to make your weight loss a lifelong success! All four parts of the Personal Protection Plan are available for you to download if you are a part of the BariAftercare program. Go to www.bariaftercare.com or to my web page at conniestapletonphd.com to download them and get started now! Also, be sure to share this information with others to help them be better able to take care of their health. This Day! And Every Day! 

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]]> We outlined how to develop the first two parts of your Personal Protection Plan for staying on course with your healthy lifestyle goals during the last BariAftercare podcast. In today’s episode, I’ll talk you through Parts 3 and 4 so you can complete your plan. It’s only helpful, however, if you actually create it, place it somewhere accessible to you (like on your phone) and then use it! The tools are available! It’s 100% your choice to make your weight loss a lifelong success! All four parts of the Personal Protection Plan are available for you to download if you are a part of the BariAftercare program. Go to www.bariaftercare.com or to my web page at conniestapletonphd.com to download them and get started now! Also, be sure to share this information with others to help them be better able to take care of their health. This Day! And Every Day! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9368423 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0400 1249 49 full false Episode 48: Personal Protection Plan for Staying on Track Through The Holidays (Parts 1 and 2) Episode 48: Personal Protection Plan for Staying on Track Through The Holidays (Parts 1 and 2) The holiday food-fest season kicks off with Halloween this month and seems to continue straight through the new year. Be prepared this year to stay on track with your goals to maintain a healthy weight for your body after bariatric surgery. Work through the four part Personal Protection Plan I have created for you so that you can pat yourself on the back when New Year’s Eve rolls around and proudly proclaim, “I celebrate myself for maintaining my weight loss throughout the holiday season!” You CAN indeed claim this victory by being prepared for emotionally triggering foods and situations that are abundant throughout the year, but especially at holiday time. Listen in as I share, step by step, the process for creating your customized Personal Protection Plan. Let’s get started! 

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]]> The holiday food-fest season kicks off with Halloween this month and seems to continue straight through the new year. Be prepared this year to stay on track with your goals to maintain a healthy weight for your body after bariatric surgery. Work through the four part Personal Protection Plan I have created for you so that you can pat yourself on the back when New Year’s Eve rolls around and proudly proclaim, “I celebrate myself for maintaining my weight loss throughout the holiday season!” You CAN indeed claim this victory by being prepared for emotionally triggering foods and situations that are abundant throughout the year, but especially at holiday time. Listen in as I share, step by step, the process for creating your customized Personal Protection Plan. Let’s get started! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9352079 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1480 48 full false Episode 47: How to Effectively Burn Fat through Exercise Episode 47: How to Effectively Burn Fat through Exercise Exercise physiologist Julia Karlstad has written two books about exercise specifically for bariatric patients! The titles of her books are Rx Fitness for Weight Loss and Bariatric Fitness for Your New Life. In her first of her monthly videos for BariAftercare, Julia talks about how to exercise to burn more fat after you have bariatric surgery. Julia refers to exercise as the “fountain of youth” and shares great information specific to bariatric patients. After surgery, you want to maintain your muscle tone and lose fat. You accomplish this by using both moderate cardio exercises (walking, swimming, elliptical) and strength training. You also want to improve your range of motion using mobility exercises! Listen in and learn how to lose fat pounds!

Rx Fitness for Weight Loss
Bariatric Fitness for Your New Life

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]]> Exercise physiologist Julia Karlstad has written two books about exercise specifically for bariatric patients! The titles of her books are Rx Fitness for Weight Loss and Bariatric Fitness for Your New Life. In her first of her monthly videos for BariAftercare, Julia talks about how to exercise to burn more fat after you have bariatric surgery. Julia refers to exercise as the “fountain of youth” and shares great information specific to bariatric patients. After surgery, you want to maintain your muscle tone and lose fat. You accomplish this by using both moderate cardio exercises (walking, swimming, elliptical) and strength training. You also want to improve your range of motion using mobility exercises! Listen in and learn how to lose fat pounds!

Rx Fitness for Weight Loss
Bariatric Fitness for Your New Life

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9312548 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 22:00:00 -0400 589 47 full false Episode 46: The Four Agreements and Your Weight! Episode 46: The Four Agreements and Your Weight! In the iconic book, titled The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, the author Don Miguel Ruiz shares ancient wisdom related to the source of our self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. The Four Agreements are: 1) Be impeccable with your word, 2) Don’t take anything personally, 3) Don’t make assumptions, and 4) Always do your best. In today’s podcast, I share these words of wisdom and discuss how the four agreements apply to your journey through weight loss… as well as every other area of your life. The book The Four Agreements was on the New York Times best seller list for over a decade. Let’s get started with the Four Agreements and Your Weight!

The Four Agreements

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]]> In the iconic book, titled The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, the author Don Miguel Ruiz shares ancient wisdom related to the source of our self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. The Four Agreements are: 1) Be impeccable with your word, 2) Don’t take anything personally, 3) Don’t make assumptions, and 4) Always do your best. In today’s podcast, I share these words of wisdom and discuss how the four agreements apply to your journey through weight loss… as well as every other area of your life. The book The Four Agreements was on the New York Times best seller list for over a decade. Let’s get started with the Four Agreements and Your Weight!

The Four Agreements

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9312504 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 22:00:00 -0400 2721 46 full false Episode 45: Food Obsession as Survival! Episode 45: Food Obsession as Survival! Have you ever thought that an obsession with food may have saved your sanity to some degree? I know that doesn’t sound logical, but for those who have been there… they get it! Believe it or not, obsessing about food, calories, weight, grams, recipes, and food shows may be a way YOU protect yourself! Struggling with the frustration of food obsession may be less painful than addressing emotions related to troubles in your current relationship, trauma from issues in your parents’ relationship, sadness about unresolved feelings about the loss of a loved one, anger related to previous abuse, fear about the amount of credit card debt you have accumulated over the past few years, or feeling overwhelmed with the combined stress of caring for ailing parents, the demands of a career, and the number of activities you need to get your children to every week. Food can be a “red herring,” something used to take your attention from something else, says Dr. Anita Johnston. Listen as I share remarkable information about this topic from Dr. Johnston’s incredible book titled “Eating in the Light of the Moon.” Think about how this may relate to YOU and your obsession with food … More importantly, learn what to do about it! 

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]]> Have you ever thought that an obsession with food may have saved your sanity to some degree? I know that doesn’t sound logical, but for those who have been there… they get it! Believe it or not, obsessing about food, calories, weight, grams, recipes, and food shows may be a way YOU protect yourself! Struggling with the frustration of food obsession may be less painful than addressing emotions related to troubles in your current relationship, trauma from issues in your parents’ relationship, sadness about unresolved feelings about the loss of a loved one, anger related to previous abuse, fear about the amount of credit card debt you have accumulated over the past few years, or feeling overwhelmed with the combined stress of caring for ailing parents, the demands of a career, and the number of activities you need to get your children to every week. Food can be a “red herring,” something used to take your attention from something else, says Dr. Anita Johnston. Listen as I share remarkable information about this topic from Dr. Johnston’s incredible book titled “Eating in the Light of the Moon.” Think about how this may relate to YOU and your obsession with food … More importantly, learn what to do about it! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9271745 Mon, 27 Sep 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2068 45 full false Episode 44: Better Decisions… about a GOAL Weight (dealing with Reality)! Episode 44: Better Decisions… about a GOAL Weight (dealing with Reality)! When people opt to have bariatric surgery, they are asked several times in the process of preparing for surgery what their “goal weight” is. I find people’s responses very interesting. Some people say they are not overly interested in a particular number, stating instead they are more interested in being off medications, being able to travel, and living longer. Others appear to be very attached to a specific number. My only interest in a person’s goal weight is to determine whether or not it is realistic… based on medical facts. Listen in and find out what those medical facts are when it comes to having a realistic goal weight.

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]]> When people opt to have bariatric surgery, they are asked several times in the process of preparing for surgery what their “goal weight” is. I find people’s responses very interesting. Some people say they are not overly interested in a particular number, stating instead they are more interested in being off medications, being able to travel, and living longer. Others appear to be very attached to a specific number. My only interest in a person’s goal weight is to determine whether or not it is realistic… based on medical facts. Listen in and find out what those medical facts are when it comes to having a realistic goal weight.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9231455 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400 1637 44 full false Episode 43: Better Decisions. Fewer Regrets. Episode 43: Better Decisions. Fewer Regrets. Did you know that there are some critical questions you can ask yourself that can help you to make better decisions in your life – about everything, actually. But the ones you are likely super interested in are decisions related to food, eating, exercise!  Better decisions do lead to fewer regrets!  You opted to have bariatric surgery in order to live in better health. Therefore, it would be a great idea to learn important questions to ask yourself when making decisions so that YOU will have fewer regrets in life. In relation to your weight loss and weight maintenance, this will translate into living life at a healthier weight for your body and living fully in every area of your life! The information this week is based on the book by the same title, Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets by Andy Stanley.

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]]> Did you know that there are some critical questions you can ask yourself that can help you to make better decisions in your life – about everything, actually. But the ones you are likely super interested in are decisions related to food, eating, exercise!  Better decisions do lead to fewer regrets!  You opted to have bariatric surgery in order to live in better health. Therefore, it would be a great idea to learn important questions to ask yourself when making decisions so that YOU will have fewer regrets in life. In relation to your weight loss and weight maintenance, this will translate into living life at a healthier weight for your body and living fully in every area of your life! The information this week is based on the book by the same title, Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets by Andy Stanley.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9231372 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:00:00 -0400 2122 43 full false Episode 42: Keep It Simple Episode 42: Keep It Simple Any time we can work smarter and not harder is a win in my book. It’s interesting to really think about the many ways we complicate our own lives, but that’s a story for another day. Today, I want to share some ways we can simplify incorporating the many behavior changes required after surgery into your life as a bariatric patient. Keep in mind, that simple does not mean easy! While most of the behaviors recommended for post ops are “simple” in and of themselves, trying to incorporate them all into your life at one time is certainly not easy. Listen in as I share some tips that can help make your life a bit more simple. Life … simple? Well, that’s a stretch, but hey – anything we can do to make it even a tinch more simple helps! (Exactly how much is a tinch, anyway?)

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]]> Any time we can work smarter and not harder is a win in my book. It’s interesting to really think about the many ways we complicate our own lives, but that’s a story for another day. Today, I want to share some ways we can simplify incorporating the many behavior changes required after surgery into your life as a bariatric patient. Keep in mind, that simple does not mean easy! While most of the behaviors recommended for post ops are “simple” in and of themselves, trying to incorporate them all into your life at one time is certainly not easy. Listen in as I share some tips that can help make your life a bit more simple. Life … simple? Well, that’s a stretch, but hey – anything we can do to make it even a tinch more simple helps! (Exactly how much is a tinch, anyway?)

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9126662 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 23:00:00 -0400 1746 42 full false Episode 41: Eating Frequency Episode 41: Eating Frequency Meet Taylor Rizzo! Taylor is a registered dietician who works exclusively with bariatric patients, both before and after their surgical procedures. And her patients love her! Which is the reason I have asked Taylor to be a regular presence on BariAftercare! On this, her first episode for BariAftercare, Taylor answers a number of questions frequently asked by patients: What is eating frequency? How frequently should you be eating as a bariatric patient? What’s so important about eating on a regular schedule? Can you engage in intermittent fasting or other fad diets as a bariatric patient? How does eating frequency affect blood sugar levels and cravings? Taylor teaches us that your body has to TRUST you to take care of it by giving it the nutrition it needs to protect it’s vital organs! If you aren’t doing that, you won’t see weight loss because your body is self-protective! By the way … that’s a good thing. Did you catch the use of the word TRUST a sentence or two ago? Help your body TRUST you by HONORING (another great word Taylor used)… honoring your body! Learn what it means to honor your body with healthy eating frequency as a bariatric patient! Your body will then be able to trust you to do what’s best for it! You AND your body will benefit!

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]]> Meet Taylor Rizzo! Taylor is a registered dietician who works exclusively with bariatric patients, both before and after their surgical procedures. And her patients love her! Which is the reason I have asked Taylor to be a regular presence on BariAftercare! On this, her first episode for BariAftercare, Taylor answers a number of questions frequently asked by patients: What is eating frequency? How frequently should you be eating as a bariatric patient? What’s so important about eating on a regular schedule? Can you engage in intermittent fasting or other fad diets as a bariatric patient? How does eating frequency affect blood sugar levels and cravings? Taylor teaches us that your body has to TRUST you to take care of it by giving it the nutrition it needs to protect it’s vital organs! If you aren’t doing that, you won’t see weight loss because your body is self-protective! By the way … that’s a good thing. Did you catch the use of the word TRUST a sentence or two ago? Help your body TRUST you by HONORING (another great word Taylor used)… honoring your body! Learn what it means to honor your body with healthy eating frequency as a bariatric patient! Your body will then be able to trust you to do what’s best for it! You AND your body will benefit!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9120499 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2532 41 full false Episode 40: Fear of Failure? Fear of Success? Episode 40: Fear of Failure? Fear of Success? Many people who have bariatric surgery carry a fear of failure into the procedure with them. This fear of failure may be readily acknowledged or could be a subconscious thought lingering from past experiences with weight regain.  Here’s a truth if ever there was a truth: human beings are not failures so if you’ve ever said, “I’m such a failure,” please reconsider! A human being may have setbacks or make mistakes in life. Setbacks and mistakes are events surrounding situations. Human beings are incredibly resilient, miraculous beings! As such, we can reframe what we label as a “failure” into ways to learn and grow! Sure… it makes sense, if you’ve experienced weight regain following previous times when you’ve lost weight that there would be some fear of regain… Regain does NOT equal failure! Listen in and learn more about how to avoid thinking of yourself or weight regain as a failure! And learn to set yourself up to continue putting forth effort even when you experience a setback!

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]]> Many people who have bariatric surgery carry a fear of failure into the procedure with them. This fear of failure may be readily acknowledged or could be a subconscious thought lingering from past experiences with weight regain.  Here’s a truth if ever there was a truth: human beings are not failures so if you’ve ever said, “I’m such a failure,” please reconsider! A human being may have setbacks or make mistakes in life. Setbacks and mistakes are events surrounding situations. Human beings are incredibly resilient, miraculous beings! As such, we can reframe what we label as a “failure” into ways to learn and grow! Sure… it makes sense, if you’ve experienced weight regain following previous times when you’ve lost weight that there would be some fear of regain… Regain does NOT equal failure! Listen in and learn more about how to avoid thinking of yourself or weight regain as a failure! And learn to set yourself up to continue putting forth effort even when you experience a setback!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9076611 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1667 40 full false Episode 39: Stress and Weight: What’s the Connection? Episode 39: Stress and Weight: What’s the Connection? When I ask people who have regained weight what they think led to their regain, the number one response I get is, “Stress!” I always tell them that eating leads to weight regain. But is there a physiological connection between the biological effects of stress and increased food consumption? Or can stress simply be tossed into the general category of emotional eating? In this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, you’ll learn the answers to those questions. You’ll also learn about the effects of stress on different body systems. The great news in this episode is that you are able to influence the negative effects of stress on your body – IF you are willing to put forth some effort. Just like the weight loss process. There is a lot of good you CAN do for your body and mind… with just a bit of effort!

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]]> When I ask people who have regained weight what they think led to their regain, the number one response I get is, “Stress!” I always tell them that eating leads to weight regain. But is there a physiological connection between the biological effects of stress and increased food consumption? Or can stress simply be tossed into the general category of emotional eating? In this episode of BariAftercare, the Podcast, you’ll learn the answers to those questions. You’ll also learn about the effects of stress on different body systems. The great news in this episode is that you are able to influence the negative effects of stress on your body – IF you are willing to put forth some effort. Just like the weight loss process. There is a lot of good you CAN do for your body and mind… with just a bit of effort!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9040323 Mon, 16 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 2192 39 full false Episode 38: No One Can Do It For You… But You Can’t Do It Alone! (Part 1) Episode 38: No One Can Do It For You… But You Can’t Do It Alone! (Part 1) You know from past experiences of losing weight, that no one else could do the work it took to get those pounds off. YOU were the one who drank two protein shakes every day, who got up and went to the gym at the crack of dawn, who ate nothing but cabbage soup for a week, or who restricted themselves from even a single gram of a simple carb. And the minute you stopped the behavior that led to the weight loss, the weight came back with a vengeance. A reality you need to keep in mind regarding bariatric surgery is that you can regain some or all of the weight you lose following bariatric surgery. To prevent regain, you’ve gotta turn the behaviors you learn from the dietician into a way of life. Here’s the thing about making permanent changes in your life and developing a healthy lifestyle. No one can do any of those things for you… and yet you can’t always do them alone. Listen in and find out what I’m suggesting here! And how you can create a healthy lifestyle that lasts the rest of your life, which of course, includes maintaining your post-op weight loss! And be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Let’s get started with today’s episode. 

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]]> You know from past experiences of losing weight, that no one else could do the work it took to get those pounds off. YOU were the one who drank two protein shakes every day, who got up and went to the gym at the crack of dawn, who ate nothing but cabbage soup for a week, or who restricted themselves from even a single gram of a simple carb. And the minute you stopped the behavior that led to the weight loss, the weight came back with a vengeance. A reality you need to keep in mind regarding bariatric surgery is that you can regain some or all of the weight you lose following bariatric surgery. To prevent regain, you’ve gotta turn the behaviors you learn from the dietician into a way of life. Here’s the thing about making permanent changes in your life and developing a healthy lifestyle. No one can do any of those things for you… and yet you can’t always do them alone. Listen in and find out what I’m suggesting here! And how you can create a healthy lifestyle that lasts the rest of your life, which of course, includes maintaining your post-op weight loss! And be sure to check out the complete BariAftercare program at www.bariaftercare.com. Let’s get started with today’s episode. 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-9009437 Tue, 10 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1346 38 full false Episode 37: Healthy Adulting — What it is and how it affects weight! Episode 37: Healthy Adulting — What it is and how it affects weight! How do you know if you’re behaving like a “healthy emotional adult?” We all probably think we behave like we’re mature adults and in many cases, we do! However, if we feel an internal sense of shame or feel we have low self-esteem, it’s likely that knowingly or unknowingly, we engage in defensive, or emotionally protective ways in our interactions with others. In the last few podcasts, we discussed having a lack of healthy boundaries and using unhealthy communication skills. These are a few examples of demonstrating immature behavior in relationships. Unhealthy behaviors on our part often leads to emotional eating. In order to improve our relationships with other people and with food, it’s important to learn what emotionally healthy adults act like! Today, listen for examples of your strengths and be willing to acknowledge areas where you can improve in terms of your healthy adult behavior! Be kind to yourself and remember… we’re all on a journey of self-improvement and NOT seeking perfection! 

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]]> How do you know if you’re behaving like a “healthy emotional adult?” We all probably think we behave like we’re mature adults and in many cases, we do! However, if we feel an internal sense of shame or feel we have low self-esteem, it’s likely that knowingly or unknowingly, we engage in defensive, or emotionally protective ways in our interactions with others. In the last few podcasts, we discussed having a lack of healthy boundaries and using unhealthy communication skills. These are a few examples of demonstrating immature behavior in relationships. Unhealthy behaviors on our part often leads to emotional eating. In order to improve our relationships with other people and with food, it’s important to learn what emotionally healthy adults act like! Today, listen for examples of your strengths and be willing to acknowledge areas where you can improve in terms of your healthy adult behavior! Be kind to yourself and remember… we’re all on a journey of self-improvement and NOT seeking perfection! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8971901 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400 2254 37 full false Episode 36: Healthy Communication – a Requirement for a Healthy Lifestyle Episode 36: Healthy Communication – a Requirement for a Healthy Lifestyle I often talk about communication as being the easiest, most difficult thing we do. Most of us talk a lot throughout the day. Yet so many of us failed to learn how to communicate in healthy ways. Why? Because not many of our parents/caretakers knew how to communicate using healthy communication skills. Too often, we have learned to use passive communication or aggressive techniques or a passive-aggressive approach when interacting with others. These are all examples of unhealthy, indirect means of sharing information with others. Too often, unhealthy communication leads to arguments, heated conflict, or defensive rebuttals. This in turn, can lead to emotional eating. Learning and implementing healthy communication skills leaves us feeling proud and in control of ourselves. We are then less likely to engage in self-destructive eating behaviors. Instead, as we learn to communicate in direct, appropriate discussions, we feel better about ourselves, which leads to improved self-esteem and engaging in healthier eating behaviors. Learn more about how healthy communication is a requirement for following through with the behaviors that define a healthy lifestyle.

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]]> I often talk about communication as being the easiest, most difficult thing we do. Most of us talk a lot throughout the day. Yet so many of us failed to learn how to communicate in healthy ways. Why? Because not many of our parents/caretakers knew how to communicate using healthy communication skills. Too often, we have learned to use passive communication or aggressive techniques or a passive-aggressive approach when interacting with others. These are all examples of unhealthy, indirect means of sharing information with others. Too often, unhealthy communication leads to arguments, heated conflict, or defensive rebuttals. This in turn, can lead to emotional eating. Learning and implementing healthy communication skills leaves us feeling proud and in control of ourselves. We are then less likely to engage in self-destructive eating behaviors. Instead, as we learn to communicate in direct, appropriate discussions, we feel better about ourselves, which leads to improved self-esteem and engaging in healthier eating behaviors. Learn more about how healthy communication is a requirement for following through with the behaviors that define a healthy lifestyle.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8971839 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400 2721 36 full false Episode 35: Improving Self-Esteem: Setting Boundaries With Food, With Self and With Others Episode 35: Improving Self-Esteem: Setting Boundaries With Food, With Self and With Others For the past several weeks we’ve been talking about difficult things that happen to kids that damage their sense of self-worth. If the childhood issues are significant or take place over a significant amount of time, the results affect the person’s self-esteem into their adult lives. In order to help heal from low self-esteem (regardless of where it originated), which we have been talking about in recent podcasts, it is critical to engage in positive self-talk, to learn to set boundaries and to practice healthy communication skills. In this episode we’ll be talking about setting boundaries for yourself… setting boundaries with food. Part of learning to set healthy boundaries is thinking like a healthy parent – to yourself! Healthy parents set boundaries, such as having a set bedtime, monitoring screen time, and having a curfew. The reasons parents set boundaries is to keep their children safe and healthy. As a bariatric patient, you need to set your life up to keep yourself safe and healthy when it comes to food. Listen in and get some ideas for how to do that! 

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]]> For the past several weeks we’ve been talking about difficult things that happen to kids that damage their sense of self-worth. If the childhood issues are significant or take place over a significant amount of time, the results affect the person’s self-esteem into their adult lives. In order to help heal from low self-esteem (regardless of where it originated), which we have been talking about in recent podcasts, it is critical to engage in positive self-talk, to learn to set boundaries and to practice healthy communication skills. In this episode we’ll be talking about setting boundaries for yourself… setting boundaries with food. Part of learning to set healthy boundaries is thinking like a healthy parent – to yourself! Healthy parents set boundaries, such as having a set bedtime, monitoring screen time, and having a curfew. The reasons parents set boundaries is to keep their children safe and healthy. As a bariatric patient, you need to set your life up to keep yourself safe and healthy when it comes to food. Listen in and get some ideas for how to do that! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8971722 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 22:00:00 -0400 1858 35 full false Episode 34: Part TWO of Weight Loss Physicians Open Up about Adverse Childhood Events and Obesity Episode 34: Part TWO of Weight Loss Physicians Open Up about Adverse Childhood Events and Obesity Please listen with an open heart and an open mind to Part 2 of the research presented by a group of weight loss doctors who conducted research over many years with thousands of people who suffer from obesity.  The research clearly indicates that Physicians and weight loss programs, which focus primarily on changing a person’s diet and are missing the fact that scores of people with obesity have histories of emotional distress. The patients informed the doctors that weight gain and weight regain is often their solution as they try to feel okay as they go about their lives, carrying the trauma of childhood pain. Listen to the incredibly important information that, in my opinion, needs to be heard by all bariatric patients and all healthcare workers. Please share this podcast with others who suffer from obesity and all healthcare providers you know.

Article referenced throughout this podcast: Obesity: Problem, Solution, or Both?

 Citation for article: Felitti, V. J., Jakstis, K., Pepper, V., & Ray, A. (2010). Obesity: problem, solution, or both?. The Permanente journal, 14(1), 24–30. https://doi.org/10.7812/tpp/09-107

]]> Please listen with an open heart and an open mind to Part 2 of the research presented by a group of weight loss doctors who conducted research over many years with thousands of people who suffer from obesity.  The research clearly indicates that Physicians and weight loss programs, which focus primarily on changing a person’s diet and are missing the fact that scores of people with obesity have histories of emotional distress. The patients informed the doctors that weight gain and weight regain is often their solution as they try to feel okay as they go about their lives, carrying the trauma of childhood pain. Listen to the incredibly important information that, in my opinion, needs to be heard by all bariatric patients and all healthcare workers. Please share this podcast with others who suffer from obesity and all healthcare providers you know.

Article referenced throughout this podcast: Obesity: Problem, Solution, or Both?

 Citation for article: Felitti, V. J., Jakstis, K., Pepper, V., & Ray, A. (2010). Obesity: problem, solution, or both?. The Permanente journal, 14(1), 24–30. https://doi.org/10.7812/tpp/09-107

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8903029 Thu, 22 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2811 34 full false Episode 33: Weight Loss Physicians Open Up about Adverse Childhood Events and Obesity (Part 1) Episode 33: Weight Loss Physicians Open Up about Adverse Childhood Events and Obesity (Part 1) Obesity is a bio-psycho-social disease. This means that a person who has obesity suffers physically, emotionally and socially. It also means obesity is a result of biological, psychological and social factors. This is a special, two-part episode of the podcast because it contains critical information provided by a group of weight loss physicians who studied the backgrounds of thousands of patients with obesity who participated in their research program. The research was conducted over many years and included thousands of patients so the results clearly represent a large sample of people. What these doctors courageously and directly state is that obesity is very often so much more than a medical disease. Physicians and weight loss programs focus primarily on changing a person’s diet and they are missing the fact that scores of people with obesity have histories of neglect and abuse. The patients informed the doctors that weight gain and weight regain is often their solution to feeling better and hiding their emotions and “secrets” from painful, emotional circumstances from their lives. Listen to the incredibly important information that, in my opinion, needs to be heard by all bariatric patients and all healthcare workers. Please share this with others.

Article referenced throughout this podcast: Obesity: Problem, Solution, or Both

Citation for article: Felitti, V. J., Jakstis, K., Pepper, V., & Ray, A. (2010). Obesity: problem, solution, or both?. The Permanente journal, 14(1), 24–30. https://doi.org/10.7812/tpp/09-107

]]> Obesity is a bio-psycho-social disease. This means that a person who has obesity suffers physically, emotionally and socially. It also means obesity is a result of biological, psychological and social factors. This is a special, two-part episode of the podcast because it contains critical information provided by a group of weight loss physicians who studied the backgrounds of thousands of patients with obesity who participated in their research program. The research was conducted over many years and included thousands of patients so the results clearly represent a large sample of people. What these doctors courageously and directly state is that obesity is very often so much more than a medical disease. Physicians and weight loss programs focus primarily on changing a person’s diet and they are missing the fact that scores of people with obesity have histories of neglect and abuse. The patients informed the doctors that weight gain and weight regain is often their solution to feeling better and hiding their emotions and “secrets” from painful, emotional circumstances from their lives. Listen to the incredibly important information that, in my opinion, needs to be heard by all bariatric patients and all healthcare workers. Please share this with others.

Article referenced throughout this podcast: Obesity: Problem, Solution, or Both

Citation for article: Felitti, V. J., Jakstis, K., Pepper, V., & Ray, A. (2010). Obesity: problem, solution, or both?. The Permanente journal, 14(1), 24–30. https://doi.org/10.7812/tpp/09-107

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8902973 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:00:00 -0400 2561 33 full false Episode 32: Bariatric Surgery options explained by a bariatric patient (who is also a surgeon) Episode 32: Bariatric Surgery options explained by a bariatric patient (who is also a surgeon) Dana Rosser and her husband, Dr. Butch Rosser talk about their journey through Dr. Butch’s decision to have bariatric surgery. Dana shares her lack of knowledge and her fears about the surgery. She also shares her emotions related to his obesity and his decision to have bariatric surgery. Dr. Butch discusses his reasons for choosing the procedure he opted for. He explains the benefits of both the Gastric Sleeve and the Gastric Bypass. Together, their personal journey comes alive and will give you insights that will surely benefit you along your bariatric journey! Enjoy their amazing connection, individual personalities and tremendous story!

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]]> Dana Rosser and her husband, Dr. Butch Rosser talk about their journey through Dr. Butch’s decision to have bariatric surgery. Dana shares her lack of knowledge and her fears about the surgery. She also shares her emotions related to his obesity and his decision to have bariatric surgery. Dr. Butch discusses his reasons for choosing the procedure he opted for. He explains the benefits of both the Gastric Sleeve and the Gastric Bypass. Together, their personal journey comes alive and will give you insights that will surely benefit you along your bariatric journey! Enjoy their amazing connection, individual personalities and tremendous story!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8853641 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 20:00:00 -0400 2716 32 full false Episode 31: “Life Issues” that Affect Weight Loss and Regain… Neglect and Abuse Episode 31: “Life Issues” that Affect Weight Loss and Regain… Neglect and Abuse I like the analogy used by author John Friel that people are born into the world like a full cup. We’re born full of self-love, love for others, positive self-worth, and a good dose of healthy self-esteem. Over time, as life happens, some of that great self-acceptance gets dumped out. How? And by whom? Well… it gets dumped out in lots of way and by lots of different people. Being teased or bullied by kids at school causes us to doubt ourselves, which means some of our healthy self-worth gets spilled. Teachers, coaches, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings, and neighbors can also cause our cups to spill through regular criticism, ongoing exclusion from groups, and repeatedly being the butt of other people’s jokes. Parents and primary guardians are especially important to children and therefore if these people regularly neglect or abuse children, much of a child’s self esteem is dumped out, only to be replaced by self-doubt and shame. As adults, we may be neglecting ourselves and may even be abusing ourselves. Childhood and present-day neglect and abuse can affects weight gain, make weight loss difficult and weight regain a repeated pattern. How? Listen in with an open mind and find out!

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]]> I like the analogy used by author John Friel that people are born into the world like a full cup. We’re born full of self-love, love for others, positive self-worth, and a good dose of healthy self-esteem. Over time, as life happens, some of that great self-acceptance gets dumped out. How? And by whom? Well… it gets dumped out in lots of way and by lots of different people. Being teased or bullied by kids at school causes us to doubt ourselves, which means some of our healthy self-worth gets spilled. Teachers, coaches, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings, and neighbors can also cause our cups to spill through regular criticism, ongoing exclusion from groups, and repeatedly being the butt of other people’s jokes. Parents and primary guardians are especially important to children and therefore if these people regularly neglect or abuse children, much of a child’s self esteem is dumped out, only to be replaced by self-doubt and shame. As adults, we may be neglecting ourselves and may even be abusing ourselves. Childhood and present-day neglect and abuse can affects weight gain, make weight loss difficult and weight regain a repeated pattern. How? Listen in with an open mind and find out!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8823823 Tue, 06 Jul 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2472 31 full false Episode 30: What REALLY Keeps You Hanging On to Unhealthy Habits? Episode 30: What REALLY Keeps You Hanging On to Unhealthy Habits? We’ve talked about habits in recent podcasts, how to develop healthy habits and extinguish unhealthy habits. Being able to lose weight and maintain that weight loss requires both … developing good habits and ditching those habits that do not help you. Habits, are, in fact, one of the reasons people regain weight. I’m often told, “I regained weight because I went back to the old habits.” That’s a fact and it happens frequently. But is that really what’s going on … or is saying “I returning to old habits” just a cover for deeper issues… deeper truths related to reasons people regain weight. I alluded to an article in the last podcast that I recently read specifically addressing the ways obesity can be a solution for some people.. as well as a problem. I posted that article on the BariAftercare FB page and am going to review it in full on the podcast a few episodes from this one. However, before I do that, I want to do a few podcasts leading up to full dissemination of the article. I believe doing so will help ease you into understanding the depth of the information in the article. So today, I’m starting by talking about how weight regain can be related to some unpleasant life experiences. Listen in and please keep an open mind!

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]]> We’ve talked about habits in recent podcasts, how to develop healthy habits and extinguish unhealthy habits. Being able to lose weight and maintain that weight loss requires both … developing good habits and ditching those habits that do not help you. Habits, are, in fact, one of the reasons people regain weight. I’m often told, “I regained weight because I went back to the old habits.” That’s a fact and it happens frequently. But is that really what’s going on … or is saying “I returning to old habits” just a cover for deeper issues… deeper truths related to reasons people regain weight. I alluded to an article in the last podcast that I recently read specifically addressing the ways obesity can be a solution for some people.. as well as a problem. I posted that article on the BariAftercare FB page and am going to review it in full on the podcast a few episodes from this one. However, before I do that, I want to do a few podcasts leading up to full dissemination of the article. I believe doing so will help ease you into understanding the depth of the information in the article. So today, I’m starting by talking about how weight regain can be related to some unpleasant life experiences. Listen in and please keep an open mind!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8817555 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 23:00:00 -0400 1998 30 full false Episode 29: Is Food Addiction Even a “Thing?” Episode 29: Is Food Addiction Even a “Thing?” Here’s a couple of fun facts for you. In 2013, the American Medical Association recognized obesity as a chronic disease. That’s not very long ago… especially when you consider that it was way back in 1956 when the American Medical Association recognized addiction as a chronic disease... at least addiction to alcohol. Increasingly, as more and more research is conducted on the addictive potential of some foods, we are learning that certain foods can be as addictive as other substances of abuse. Researchers are also learning the numerous similarities between certain foods and other addictive substances… These similarities include cravings, an obsession with the substance, denial, relapse and continued use of the substance even when people know the substance is causing problems in their life. There is a lot of controversy among professionals and lay persons alike about the idea that food can be an addictive substance. Listen in and see what you think! And IF you decide food is an addictive substance for you, what are you supposed to do about it? Here’s a hint… Weight loss surgery won’t treat food addiction so you’re going to need to learn some ways to treat the disease of food addiction while also working on the disease of obesity! Two unique diseases requiring different approaches to treatment. Take a listen!

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]]> Here’s a couple of fun facts for you. In 2013, the American Medical Association recognized obesity as a chronic disease. That’s not very long ago… especially when you consider that it was way back in 1956 when the American Medical Association recognized addiction as a chronic disease... at least addiction to alcohol. Increasingly, as more and more research is conducted on the addictive potential of some foods, we are learning that certain foods can be as addictive as other substances of abuse. Researchers are also learning the numerous similarities between certain foods and other addictive substances… These similarities include cravings, an obsession with the substance, denial, relapse and continued use of the substance even when people know the substance is causing problems in their life. There is a lot of controversy among professionals and lay persons alike about the idea that food can be an addictive substance. Listen in and see what you think! And IF you decide food is an addictive substance for you, what are you supposed to do about it? Here’s a hint… Weight loss surgery won’t treat food addiction so you’re going to need to learn some ways to treat the disease of food addiction while also working on the disease of obesity! Two unique diseases requiring different approaches to treatment. Take a listen!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8730828 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0400 2583 29 full false Episode 28: Ditch the Bad Habit of Emotional Eating Episode 28: Ditch the Bad Habit of Emotional Eating Eating in response to feelings of frustration, loneliness, sadness, fear, or boredom – or emotional eating - is an unhealthy habit in which far too many of us engage. Maintaining weight loss isn’t easy to begin with, but if you regularly engage in mindless, emotional eating, regain will be an inevitability. When we engage in emotional eating, we are unlikely to be making a mad dash to the produce department, sprinting for the carrots and celery. Instead, when we want to dull the unpleasant ache of painful emotions, we gravitate toward those all-too familiar, and aptly named… comfort foods…. You know, the ooey, gooey confections from the bakery, the cold rich smoothness found in tubs of ice cream, or the soft fluffy mashed potatoes drowning in gravy. Too often when people struggle with emotional eating and the increase in weight accompanying that emotional eating, they seek a new “diet” of some sort. That’s not what they need! They need skills for dealing with those unpleasant emotions! Listen in and learn some good skills that are a whole lot more effective than any fad diet for breaking the unhealthy habit of emotional eating!

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]]> Eating in response to feelings of frustration, loneliness, sadness, fear, or boredom – or emotional eating - is an unhealthy habit in which far too many of us engage. Maintaining weight loss isn’t easy to begin with, but if you regularly engage in mindless, emotional eating, regain will be an inevitability. When we engage in emotional eating, we are unlikely to be making a mad dash to the produce department, sprinting for the carrots and celery. Instead, when we want to dull the unpleasant ache of painful emotions, we gravitate toward those all-too familiar, and aptly named… comfort foods…. You know, the ooey, gooey confections from the bakery, the cold rich smoothness found in tubs of ice cream, or the soft fluffy mashed potatoes drowning in gravy. Too often when people struggle with emotional eating and the increase in weight accompanying that emotional eating, they seek a new “diet” of some sort. That’s not what they need! They need skills for dealing with those unpleasant emotions! Listen in and learn some good skills that are a whole lot more effective than any fad diet for breaking the unhealthy habit of emotional eating!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8730807 Sat, 19 Jun 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1991 28 full false Episode 27: Do the Hokey Pokey and Turn Yourself Around! How to Ditch the Bad Habits Episode 27: Do the Hokey Pokey and Turn Yourself Around! How to Ditch the Bad Habits Getting rid of unhealthy habits requires mindful effort. Surprise! Just like developing healthy new habits, when we work on letting go of negative habits, we have to focus on doing so! This requires mindful effort. It takes work! As does most everything we work for in life. Going to work to get money requires effort. Having a healthy relationship requires conscious effort. When working on developing good habits or getting rid of bad ones, asking some soul-searching questions reminds us of the reasons we want to make the changes in our habits… Remember that the choice we make to follow through with a healthy behavior or an unhealthy one… and yes, it is always a choice that we alone make … will determine the quality of your day and the direction of your life! So listen in, learn some questions to ask to help you respond in healthy ways rather than react in an unhealthy ways. Then make a conscious effort to do this each and every day until your healthy behaviors are your way of life! Do the hokey pokey, my friend – and turn YOURself around! So, so corny… I know!

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]]> Getting rid of unhealthy habits requires mindful effort. Surprise! Just like developing healthy new habits, when we work on letting go of negative habits, we have to focus on doing so! This requires mindful effort. It takes work! As does most everything we work for in life. Going to work to get money requires effort. Having a healthy relationship requires conscious effort. When working on developing good habits or getting rid of bad ones, asking some soul-searching questions reminds us of the reasons we want to make the changes in our habits… Remember that the choice we make to follow through with a healthy behavior or an unhealthy one… and yes, it is always a choice that we alone make … will determine the quality of your day and the direction of your life! So listen in, learn some questions to ask to help you respond in healthy ways rather than react in an unhealthy ways. Then make a conscious effort to do this each and every day until your healthy behaviors are your way of life! Do the hokey pokey, my friend – and turn YOURself around! So, so corny… I know!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8675340 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 2430 27 full false Episode 26: Dana Rosser speaks to family and friends about navigating a loved one’s mobility challenges on outings and travel Episode 26: Dana Rosser speaks to family and friends about navigating a loved one’s mobility challenges on outings and travel Navigating Social Outings and Travel. Going to sporting events, concerts, the theater can be difficult for those who suffer from the disease of obesity. As can attending dinner at a restaurant, going to the doctor’s office and attending children’s school performances. Mobility issues are always a concern when traveling for those who carry extra weight. Dana shares great tips for loved ones who assist a person struggling with obesity to make any outing a little easier for all parties involved! Listen as she shares her wealth of information based on her own experiences.

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]]> Navigating Social Outings and Travel. Going to sporting events, concerts, the theater can be difficult for those who suffer from the disease of obesity. As can attending dinner at a restaurant, going to the doctor’s office and attending children’s school performances. Mobility issues are always a concern when traveling for those who carry extra weight. Dana shares great tips for loved ones who assist a person struggling with obesity to make any outing a little easier for all parties involved! Listen as she shares her wealth of information based on her own experiences.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8675256 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400 2616 26 full false Episode 25: Four Steps to Establishing Those Healthy Habits Episode 25: Four Steps to Establishing Those Healthy Habits Most of our daily routine is made of up habits we established throughout our lives. Some of our habits help us and others get in the way of our health and happiness. Some habits, either good or bad, we learned through observation by the people most prominent in our young lives. Other habits, or consistent behaviors in which we engage without really thinking about them, we learned along our journey in life. If we want to establish new behaviors, there is a process we can utilize. I’m guessing and hoping that as a bariatric patient, you want to use healthy habits that lead to weight loss and most importantly, weight maintenance. No regressing to the old, unhealthy habits that resulted in regain in the past. Listen in and learn the four-step process for habit formation. Then put forth EFFORT and use them!

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]]> Most of our daily routine is made of up habits we established throughout our lives. Some of our habits help us and others get in the way of our health and happiness. Some habits, either good or bad, we learned through observation by the people most prominent in our young lives. Other habits, or consistent behaviors in which we engage without really thinking about them, we learned along our journey in life. If we want to establish new behaviors, there is a process we can utilize. I’m guessing and hoping that as a bariatric patient, you want to use healthy habits that lead to weight loss and most importantly, weight maintenance. No regressing to the old, unhealthy habits that resulted in regain in the past. Listen in and learn the four-step process for habit formation. Then put forth EFFORT and use them!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8608303 Fri, 28 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2660 25 full false Episode 24: Developing Habits. It’s like pairing your ear buds with a cell phone... sort of! Episode 24: Developing Habits. It’s like pairing your ear buds with a cell phone... sort of! In order to maintain weight loss, a person has to develop and engage in healthy lifestyle habits. As I thought about this, knowing that habit formation requires pairing a cue, or trigger or situation with a behavior I started thinking of “pairing” my ear buds with my phone… which can be frustrating! Sometimes I get the message that the earbuds and phone are connected, or paired - and then immediately message changes to NOT connected. Frustrating! Trying to establish healthy behaviors to maintain weight loss can be frustrating, as well. You connect, or follow through with a healthy new behavior a time or two, and then wham! Just like that you become “disconnected” from your intention, forgetting about the reward of maintaining that healthy weight. And there you are, seeming to be back to square one. I have to remain persistent when I pair my earbuds and my phone. We all have to remain persistent when establishing healthy lifestyle behaviors so that in time, they do become habits… and we engage in healthy habits without having to think about it! Listen up and we’ll get into more detail about habits… 

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]]> In order to maintain weight loss, a person has to develop and engage in healthy lifestyle habits. As I thought about this, knowing that habit formation requires pairing a cue, or trigger or situation with a behavior I started thinking of “pairing” my ear buds with my phone… which can be frustrating! Sometimes I get the message that the earbuds and phone are connected, or paired - and then immediately message changes to NOT connected. Frustrating! Trying to establish healthy behaviors to maintain weight loss can be frustrating, as well. You connect, or follow through with a healthy new behavior a time or two, and then wham! Just like that you become “disconnected” from your intention, forgetting about the reward of maintaining that healthy weight. And there you are, seeming to be back to square one. I have to remain persistent when I pair my earbuds and my phone. We all have to remain persistent when establishing healthy lifestyle behaviors so that in time, they do become habits… and we engage in healthy habits without having to think about it! Listen up and we’ll get into more detail about habits… 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8546782 Tue, 18 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2049 24 full false Episode 23: “It’s so hard!” What Makes This Whole Weight Thing So Difficult? Episode 23: “It’s so hard!” What Makes This Whole Weight Thing So Difficult? I hear it almost every day, “Dr. Stapleton. It’s hard! This whole weight thing is so difficult!” I agree. Weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight are very difficult things for many people. What makes it so hard? In today’s talk, I discuss the difference between behaviors that are objectively difficult versus subjectively difficult. It’s often the case that we say things are “hard” or “difficult” because of what we are thinking or feeling as opposed to any real objective difficulty. Take drinking water, for example. Drinking water is important for everyone, whether they are trying to lose weight or prevent regain. Drinking water is not difficult, from an objective perspective. For some people, though, they dislike water or the inconvenience of drinking water throughout the day. Listen in and maybe you’ll gain a new perspective!

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]]> I hear it almost every day, “Dr. Stapleton. It’s hard! This whole weight thing is so difficult!” I agree. Weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight are very difficult things for many people. What makes it so hard? In today’s talk, I discuss the difference between behaviors that are objectively difficult versus subjectively difficult. It’s often the case that we say things are “hard” or “difficult” because of what we are thinking or feeling as opposed to any real objective difficulty. Take drinking water, for example. Drinking water is important for everyone, whether they are trying to lose weight or prevent regain. Drinking water is not difficult, from an objective perspective. For some people, though, they dislike water or the inconvenience of drinking water throughout the day. Listen in and maybe you’ll gain a new perspective!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8518052 Thu, 13 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2172 23 full false Episode 22: Obesity — Whose Fault Is It, Anyway? Episode 22: Obesity — Whose Fault Is It, Anyway? Humans… we love to find something or someone to fault – usually when things are going the way we would like them to. If I’m arguing with my husband, I want to blame him, whether or not he started the argument. It’s easier and definitely more emotionally comfortable to point the finger at him than to look at what part I play in the situation! The same can be true regarding diseases… we want to find reasons (that have nothing to do with ourselves) for having the disease. Obesity can be like that for some people. The blame game is not going to help anyone when we are talking about a multifaceted disease like obesity that has so many contributing factors. There are likely many factors related to your obesity you are not responsible for (think genetics) and there are some aspects you are responsible for (the types of food you consume). Let’s take a closer look and leave the blame behind and instead, focus on living a healthy lifestyle!

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]]> Humans… we love to find something or someone to fault – usually when things are going the way we would like them to. If I’m arguing with my husband, I want to blame him, whether or not he started the argument. It’s easier and definitely more emotionally comfortable to point the finger at him than to look at what part I play in the situation! The same can be true regarding diseases… we want to find reasons (that have nothing to do with ourselves) for having the disease. Obesity can be like that for some people. The blame game is not going to help anyone when we are talking about a multifaceted disease like obesity that has so many contributing factors. There are likely many factors related to your obesity you are not responsible for (think genetics) and there are some aspects you are responsible for (the types of food you consume). Let’s take a closer look and leave the blame behind and instead, focus on living a healthy lifestyle!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8511114 Wed, 12 May 2021 22:00:00 -0400 2151 22 full false Episode 21: Motivation…Where Does It Come From and How Can I Get More? Episode 21: Motivation…Where Does It Come From and How Can I Get More? Motivation seems hard to come by at times. When people regain weight, they often talk about lacking motivation and not knowing how to ignite more motivation. Well, here’s the reality (which you may translate as not such great news): motivation will never, ever descend upon you from the heavens or the universe. Motivation can, however, and this is good news, be corralled, harnessed, or created. What motivated you to want to lose weight in the first place? What are your “whys?” Why did you want to create a healthy lifestyle? Chances are there were external reasons and internal reasons. Maybe you wanted to buy clothes at a particular store… an external reason. Perhaps you wanted to improve your health and feel better… internal reasons. Motivation… or the things you are willing to do to get what you want… can be externally or internally motivated or a combination of both! Listen and learn what would work best for you! 

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]]> Motivation seems hard to come by at times. When people regain weight, they often talk about lacking motivation and not knowing how to ignite more motivation. Well, here’s the reality (which you may translate as not such great news): motivation will never, ever descend upon you from the heavens or the universe. Motivation can, however, and this is good news, be corralled, harnessed, or created. What motivated you to want to lose weight in the first place? What are your “whys?” Why did you want to create a healthy lifestyle? Chances are there were external reasons and internal reasons. Maybe you wanted to buy clothes at a particular store… an external reason. Perhaps you wanted to improve your health and feel better… internal reasons. Motivation… or the things you are willing to do to get what you want… can be externally or internally motivated or a combination of both! Listen and learn what would work best for you! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8504660 Tue, 11 May 2021 23:00:00 -0400 2619 21 full false Episode 20: “It’s OK. I Know How You Feel.” Friends and Family Support with Dana Mitchell Rosser Episode 20: “It’s OK. I Know How You Feel.” Friends and Family Support with Dana Mitchell Rosser Sometimes the family members and good friends of persons suffering from obesity feel very alone with their thoughts and feelings. They may be afraid to share some of their innermost thoughts and feelings for fear of what others may think and because they feel conflicted themselves about what they are thinking and feeling. Dana shares how she experienced love for her husband (who suffers from the disease of obesity) and how she also felt fear, anger, sadness, shame, and protection at the same time. Listen as Dana speaks from her heart about how to deal with the thoughts and feelings you may be experiencing as a person who loves and cares for a person who has the disease of obesity. As she wisely reminds us, Sigmund Freud once said (and it’s true), “Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Listen as Dana talks about the importance of getting in touch with your feelings and sharing them. 

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]]> Sometimes the family members and good friends of persons suffering from obesity feel very alone with their thoughts and feelings. They may be afraid to share some of their innermost thoughts and feelings for fear of what others may think and because they feel conflicted themselves about what they are thinking and feeling. Dana shares how she experienced love for her husband (who suffers from the disease of obesity) and how she also felt fear, anger, sadness, shame, and protection at the same time. Listen as Dana speaks from her heart about how to deal with the thoughts and feelings you may be experiencing as a person who loves and cares for a person who has the disease of obesity. As she wisely reminds us, Sigmund Freud once said (and it’s true), “Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Listen as Dana talks about the importance of getting in touch with your feelings and sharing them. 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8411242 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 22:00:00 -0400 1730 20 full false Episode 19: When the Lights Go Down in the Stadium Episode 19: When the Lights Go Down in the Stadium What motivates you to continue doing what it takes to maintain your healthy lifestyle after losing weight? And what does the title of today’s episode, “When the Lights Go Down in the Stadium” have to do with maintaining weight loss? Listen as I present an introduction to the topic of motivation and how some people relish the attention they receive as they lose weight. While not everyone enjoys being noticed, some people treasure the nearly daily comments they receive about how amazing they look as they are losing weight. They bask in the joy of hearing how inspiring they are to others. They soak up the feedback related to their improvements in self-confidence and overall demeanor. But when they get to a healthy weight, they sort of blend into the crowd and for them, it can be like when the lights go down in the stadium. There’s no more fanfare. The compliments fade. It’s quiet. Some people then feel invisible so they repeat the cycle of regaining and losing weight, not realizing how important that external motivation is for them. Where does your motivation come from?

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]]> What motivates you to continue doing what it takes to maintain your healthy lifestyle after losing weight? And what does the title of today’s episode, “When the Lights Go Down in the Stadium” have to do with maintaining weight loss? Listen as I present an introduction to the topic of motivation and how some people relish the attention they receive as they lose weight. While not everyone enjoys being noticed, some people treasure the nearly daily comments they receive about how amazing they look as they are losing weight. They bask in the joy of hearing how inspiring they are to others. They soak up the feedback related to their improvements in self-confidence and overall demeanor. But when they get to a healthy weight, they sort of blend into the crowd and for them, it can be like when the lights go down in the stadium. There’s no more fanfare. The compliments fade. It’s quiet. Some people then feel invisible so they repeat the cycle of regaining and losing weight, not realizing how important that external motivation is for them. Where does your motivation come from?

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8367144 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 22:00:00 -0400 1818 19 full false Episode 18: Don’t be a Yeah-Butt’er! Episode 18: Don’t be a Yeah-Butt’er! Many times, when people working to maintain their weight loss hear exactly what is required to do so (you know… eat breakfast, get enough sleep, exercise… those sorts of things), they start in with the “Yeah, but’s…”. “Yeah, but I’ve never been a breakfast eater.” “Yeah, but, I like to stay up really late at night and I still have to get up early for work.” “Yeah, but I really, really hate to exercise.” Are YOU a “Yeah-but’er?”  Yeah-but’er’s are really just making a lot of excuses for not wanting to do what it takes to get what they SAY they want… to live at a healthy weight and to live a fuller life after weight loss surgery. “Yeah-but” all you want, but do realize that the more excuses you make for not doing what needs to be done in order to maintain the weight you lose after bariatric surgery, the more likely you are to regain that weight. Hey – It’s your health! Your responsibility. This day. Every day.

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]]> Many times, when people working to maintain their weight loss hear exactly what is required to do so (you know… eat breakfast, get enough sleep, exercise… those sorts of things), they start in with the “Yeah, but’s…”. “Yeah, but I’ve never been a breakfast eater.” “Yeah, but, I like to stay up really late at night and I still have to get up early for work.” “Yeah, but I really, really hate to exercise.” Are YOU a “Yeah-but’er?”  Yeah-but’er’s are really just making a lot of excuses for not wanting to do what it takes to get what they SAY they want… to live at a healthy weight and to live a fuller life after weight loss surgery. “Yeah-but” all you want, but do realize that the more excuses you make for not doing what needs to be done in order to maintain the weight you lose after bariatric surgery, the more likely you are to regain that weight. Hey – It’s your health! Your responsibility. This day. Every day.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8323385 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 20:00:00 -0400 3148 18 full false Episode 17: Look at the Awesome Things You’ve Done! (A look at Effort) Episode 17: Look at the Awesome Things You’ve Done! (A look at Effort) You have done some pretty incredible things in your life that have required consistent effort. In fact, you do things every single day of your life that require a great deal of effort! So what’s up with the idea some people have that they “can’t” keep up the effort to maintain a healthy lifestyle or that it’s “too hard?” You put forth effort to complete high school or college and that took a lot of work… for a lot of days. You go to work… and that takes a tremendous amount of effort … every day. If you’re in a relationship, raising children, or taking care of aging parents, you are most definitely putting forth a lot of effort each day! Use this knowledge that you CAN and apply it to your ability to put forth the effort needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle after weight loss. 

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]]> You have done some pretty incredible things in your life that have required consistent effort. In fact, you do things every single day of your life that require a great deal of effort! So what’s up with the idea some people have that they “can’t” keep up the effort to maintain a healthy lifestyle or that it’s “too hard?” You put forth effort to complete high school or college and that took a lot of work… for a lot of days. You go to work… and that takes a tremendous amount of effort … every day. If you’re in a relationship, raising children, or taking care of aging parents, you are most definitely putting forth a lot of effort each day! Use this knowledge that you CAN and apply it to your ability to put forth the effort needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle after weight loss. 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8236326 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:00:00 -0400 1847 17 full false Episode 16: I’m Not a Breakfast Eater and Other Malarkey Episode 16: I’m Not a Breakfast Eater and Other Malarkey In this episode, you’ll hear a compassionate approach to acknowledging the malarky or  “shenanigans” we let ourselves get away with. You’ll also experience a gentle verbal kick in the rear to remind you that every choice we make has corresponding consequences, good or not-so-good. A healthy parent who reminds their child that homework is a priority over video games, forgetting to take your gear to practice means there may be consequences from the coach for not being prepared, and that being part of family means doing some “not fun things like chores.” As a healthy adults who chose to have bariatric surgery, you may need a reminder that a healthy lifestyle means making exercise a priority over binge watching your favorite show, failing to make healthy food choices has consequences of unwanted weight gain, and being a healthy post-op means doing some “not fun things like exercise.” We all need the voice of fair and firm now and then! Here’s yours!

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]]> In this episode, you’ll hear a compassionate approach to acknowledging the malarky or  “shenanigans” we let ourselves get away with. You’ll also experience a gentle verbal kick in the rear to remind you that every choice we make has corresponding consequences, good or not-so-good. A healthy parent who reminds their child that homework is a priority over video games, forgetting to take your gear to practice means there may be consequences from the coach for not being prepared, and that being part of family means doing some “not fun things like chores.” As a healthy adults who chose to have bariatric surgery, you may need a reminder that a healthy lifestyle means making exercise a priority over binge watching your favorite show, failing to make healthy food choices has consequences of unwanted weight gain, and being a healthy post-op means doing some “not fun things like exercise.” We all need the voice of fair and firm now and then! Here’s yours!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8192663 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 22:00:00 -0400 2193 16 full false Episode 15: The 4 ACES — Apply a Winning Hand to Your Weight Loss Journey Episode 15: The 4 ACES — Apply a Winning Hand to Your Weight Loss Journey We all want to have a winning hand in life. Use these 4 ACES to make your weight loss journey one of lifelong winning. The 4 ACES are tools to use on a daily basis to keep your head in the game! You’re in it to win it! The 4 ACES stand for winning words; words that, when used as active, healthy coping skills will help you live your healthy lifestyle in all areas of your life! Awareness, Acceptance, Attitude, Accountability, Commitment, Effort and Self. The 4 ACES! Use them to win!

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]]> We all want to have a winning hand in life. Use these 4 ACES to make your weight loss journey one of lifelong winning. The 4 ACES are tools to use on a daily basis to keep your head in the game! You’re in it to win it! The 4 ACES stand for winning words; words that, when used as active, healthy coping skills will help you live your healthy lifestyle in all areas of your life! Awareness, Acceptance, Attitude, Accountability, Commitment, Effort and Self. The 4 ACES! Use them to win!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8148004 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:00:00 -0400 1913 15 full false Episode 14: Friends and Family Support with Host Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of Thru Thick & Thin — Talking to Your Loved Ones about Weight Concerns: Do’s and Don’ts Episode 14: Friends and Family Support with Host Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of Thru Thick & Thin — Talking to Your Loved Ones about Weight Concerns: Do’s and Don’ts Talking to your loved ones about weight concerns: DO's and DON'Ts! Listen as Dana shares her wisdom about the healthiest ways to share your thoughts and feelings with loved ones who struggle with the disease of obesity. Dana and her husband have been partners in the journey of dealing with the disease of obesity in their immediate family. You and your loved ones will relate as Dana expresses what she experienced as she worked to lovingly express her truth with her beloved husband.

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]]> Talking to your loved ones about weight concerns: DO's and DON'Ts! Listen as Dana shares her wisdom about the healthiest ways to share your thoughts and feelings with loved ones who struggle with the disease of obesity. Dana and her husband have been partners in the journey of dealing with the disease of obesity in their immediate family. You and your loved ones will relate as Dana expresses what she experienced as she worked to lovingly express her truth with her beloved husband.

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8131215 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:00:00 -0500 1708 14 full false Episode 13: What’s Your Story? Are You Sticking To It? Episode 13: What’s Your Story? Are You Sticking To It? We all have stories we tell about ourselves and our lives. Are the stories you tell helping you or harming you? If your goal is to maintain a healthy weight, consider what you tell others (and yourself) about creating time to meal prep or exercise… are you “just too busy” to make time for those things? Or is your story, “It won’t be easy, but I’ll make time to do what it takes to keep my blood pressure down and my A1C at a healthy level.”  You have the power to write your own story and to create a happier, healthier future by that tales you tell! Listen and learn!

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]]> We all have stories we tell about ourselves and our lives. Are the stories you tell helping you or harming you? If your goal is to maintain a healthy weight, consider what you tell others (and yourself) about creating time to meal prep or exercise… are you “just too busy” to make time for those things? Or is your story, “It won’t be easy, but I’ll make time to do what it takes to keep my blood pressure down and my A1C at a healthy level.”  You have the power to write your own story and to create a happier, healthier future by that tales you tell! Listen and learn!

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8104510 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 22:00:00 -0500 1992 13 full false Episode 12: Self-Esteem and Weight — The Connection Episode 12: Self-Esteem and Weight — The Connection Self-esteem is used to describe the overall personal worth or value a person believes he or she has.  The way you talk about yourself and the ways you treat yourself (your health included) tell others a lot about your sense of self-esteem or how much you appreciate and like yourself. Our self-esteem involves the beliefs we have about ourselves, to include how we appraise our own appearance, beliefs, emotions, and behaviors. In today’s episode, we define self-esteem, explore how it develops, and talk about what we can do to improve those areas in our lives in which our self-esteem is hurting. Let’s work on being “good enough” and letting go of “perfection.” Let’s learn to behave in kind ways toward ourselves and say kind things to ourselves. Let’s acknowledge and celebrate our individual strengths and accept that others have their unique abilities that have no impact on our worth! And let’s improve our overall self-esteem by treating ourselves like the persons of amazing value that we are! 

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]]> Self-esteem is used to describe the overall personal worth or value a person believes he or she has.  The way you talk about yourself and the ways you treat yourself (your health included) tell others a lot about your sense of self-esteem or how much you appreciate and like yourself. Our self-esteem involves the beliefs we have about ourselves, to include how we appraise our own appearance, beliefs, emotions, and behaviors. In today’s episode, we define self-esteem, explore how it develops, and talk about what we can do to improve those areas in our lives in which our self-esteem is hurting. Let’s work on being “good enough” and letting go of “perfection.” Let’s learn to behave in kind ways toward ourselves and say kind things to ourselves. Let’s acknowledge and celebrate our individual strengths and accept that others have their unique abilities that have no impact on our worth! And let’s improve our overall self-esteem by treating ourselves like the persons of amazing value that we are! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8057203 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 21:00:00 -0500 3163 12 full false Episode 11: Hanging on or Letting Go of an Unhealthy Relationship with Food Episode 11: Hanging on or Letting Go of an Unhealthy Relationship with Food Have you known people who have been in an abusive relationship with another human being? Ever wonder the reasons they stay in relationships where their self-esteem is damaged (by another person and by themselves)? You probably can’t imagine remaining in a relationship in which your physical, social and emotional health are constantly being threatened and eroded. And yet, so many people remain in unhealthy relationships with food in which their self-esteem is battered, and their physical, social and emotional health are threatened and eroded. What are the reasons? Imagine, (if you are in an unhealthy relationship of any sort), that you are holding on tightly to one end of the rope in that unhealthy relationship. You have the option to let go at any time. YOU CAN LET GO! What keeps people from doing so? Listen and ponder…

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]]> Have you known people who have been in an abusive relationship with another human being? Ever wonder the reasons they stay in relationships where their self-esteem is damaged (by another person and by themselves)? You probably can’t imagine remaining in a relationship in which your physical, social and emotional health are constantly being threatened and eroded. And yet, so many people remain in unhealthy relationships with food in which their self-esteem is battered, and their physical, social and emotional health are threatened and eroded. What are the reasons? Imagine, (if you are in an unhealthy relationship of any sort), that you are holding on tightly to one end of the rope in that unhealthy relationship. You have the option to let go at any time. YOU CAN LET GO! What keeps people from doing so? Listen and ponder…

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-8011096 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500 2247 11 full false Episode 10: Your Relationship With Food Episode 10: Your Relationship With Food We all have a personal and unique relationship with food. Research, as presented by the National Eating Disorder Association, suggests that up to 50 percent of Americans have a “disordered” relationship with exercise, their body and with food. While that does NOT mean that half of all Americans have what we typically think of as a clinical “eating disorder,” such as anorexia, bulimia or binge eating disorder, it does indicate that a lot of us have what I would call “a less than positive relationship” with food, with exercise and with our bodies. THAT should come as no surprise! What about you and YOUR relationship with food? In this episode, we’ll explore what having a relationship with food is about, how your personal relationship with food developed, and what that relationship might suggest for improving that relationship. Of course, as you’ve heard me say many times, as our relationship with food improves, so does our relationship with ourself and our relationships with others. When you make improvements in any of those relationship categories, the others will naturally improve! I have a suggestion at the end of this episode that will shed some very interesting light on your unique relationship with food! Listen and find out what that is! 

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]]> We all have a personal and unique relationship with food. Research, as presented by the National Eating Disorder Association, suggests that up to 50 percent of Americans have a “disordered” relationship with exercise, their body and with food. While that does NOT mean that half of all Americans have what we typically think of as a clinical “eating disorder,” such as anorexia, bulimia or binge eating disorder, it does indicate that a lot of us have what I would call “a less than positive relationship” with food, with exercise and with our bodies. THAT should come as no surprise! What about you and YOUR relationship with food? In this episode, we’ll explore what having a relationship with food is about, how your personal relationship with food developed, and what that relationship might suggest for improving that relationship. Of course, as you’ve heard me say many times, as our relationship with food improves, so does our relationship with ourself and our relationships with others. When you make improvements in any of those relationship categories, the others will naturally improve! I have a suggestion at the end of this episode that will shed some very interesting light on your unique relationship with food! Listen and find out what that is! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7892275 Mon, 15 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500 2171 10 full false Episode 9: Are You Ready To Walk the Walk? Episode 9: Are You Ready To Walk the Walk? People sometimes make promises they are not prepared or keep! This applies to brides and bridegrooms, as well as to those preparing to have weight loss surgery. If you promise to run a 5K next week but do not prepare, chances are good you will not complete the race! No matter where you are in the process of bariatric surgery… waiting to have it, had it within the last year or are several years past surgery, there are some objective things that indicate how well you will succeed in meeting and sustaining your goals of living at a healthy weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle! Learn what they are and hear how it’s never too late to include these proven techniques that increase your odds of a happy outcome!

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]]> People sometimes make promises they are not prepared or keep! This applies to brides and bridegrooms, as well as to those preparing to have weight loss surgery. If you promise to run a 5K next week but do not prepare, chances are good you will not complete the race! No matter where you are in the process of bariatric surgery… waiting to have it, had it within the last year or are several years past surgery, there are some objective things that indicate how well you will succeed in meeting and sustaining your goals of living at a healthy weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle! Learn what they are and hear how it’s never too late to include these proven techniques that increase your odds of a happy outcome!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7757329 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2425 9 full true Episode 8: Friends and Family Support with Host Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of Thru Thick & Thin Episode 8: Friends and Family Support with Host Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of Thru Thick & Thin I am SO excited to share this very first FAMILY and FRIENDS talk by Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of the book Thru Thick & Thin! Dana shared the microphone with her amazing husband and post-op, Dr. Butch Rosser to share part of their story that led to Dana writing her book. Enjoy this tremendous talk and look forward each month to a special episode hosted by Dana as she speaks openly about what the bariatric process is like for the friends, family members and support people as they journey with their loved ones who are dealing with the disease of obesity. As you know, the disease of obesity affects not just the person dealing with the disease of obesity, but also affects their loved ones who have many emotions about the situation. The Family and Friends episode of BariAftercare is a critical message that can help everyone dealing directly or indirectly with the disease of obesity. Take a listen! 

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]]> I am SO excited to share this very first FAMILY and FRIENDS talk by Dana Mitchell Rosser, author of the book Thru Thick & Thin! Dana shared the microphone with her amazing husband and post-op, Dr. Butch Rosser to share part of their story that led to Dana writing her book. Enjoy this tremendous talk and look forward each month to a special episode hosted by Dana as she speaks openly about what the bariatric process is like for the friends, family members and support people as they journey with their loved ones who are dealing with the disease of obesity. As you know, the disease of obesity affects not just the person dealing with the disease of obesity, but also affects their loved ones who have many emotions about the situation. The Family and Friends episode of BariAftercare is a critical message that can help everyone dealing directly or indirectly with the disease of obesity. Take a listen! 

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]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7756804 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500 1999 8 full false Episode 7: “I JUST CAN’T” Deal with Stress (without Healthy Coping Skills)! Episode 7: “I JUST CAN’T” Deal with Stress (without Healthy Coping Skills)! We are all too familiar with unhealthy coping skills in our own lives and the lives of those we love: overeating, too much alcohol, too many drugs, way too much time escaping life through binge-watching or social media, and lashing out at others, especially those we love and don’t want to hurt. In order to feel better about our lives and ourselves, and to remain in line with what we really want – to create and live a healthy lifestyle – we need to replace our unhealthy coping mechanisms with healthy coping mechanisms. Most of us are tremendously stressed in life with the added stress of the COVID pandemic and recent political chaos. Unhealthy foods and overeating are go-to’s for a lot of people when it comes to finding ways to “feel better” in the short-term, even if it means setting ourselves up for more stress in the long term. In this podcast, you will learn a set of skills to help you in the short term and will extend to your long-term goals of living a healthy lifestyle – not only with food, but in all areas of your life! Here are some links to help you in your journey to your healthiest, best life!

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]]> We are all too familiar with unhealthy coping skills in our own lives and the lives of those we love: overeating, too much alcohol, too many drugs, way too much time escaping life through binge-watching or social media, and lashing out at others, especially those we love and don’t want to hurt. In order to feel better about our lives and ourselves, and to remain in line with what we really want – to create and live a healthy lifestyle – we need to replace our unhealthy coping mechanisms with healthy coping mechanisms. Most of us are tremendously stressed in life with the added stress of the COVID pandemic and recent political chaos. Unhealthy foods and overeating are go-to’s for a lot of people when it comes to finding ways to “feel better” in the short-term, even if it means setting ourselves up for more stress in the long term. In this podcast, you will learn a set of skills to help you in the short term and will extend to your long-term goals of living a healthy lifestyle – not only with food, but in all areas of your life! Here are some links to help you in your journey to your healthiest, best life!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7621858 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0500 2965 7 full false Episode 6: Building Your SKILL Set for Living Your Healthy Lifestyle: The Essentials Episode 6: Building Your SKILL Set for Living Your Healthy Lifestyle: The Essentials People needs SKILLS in order to develop and maintain the healthy lifestyle that allows them to maintain a healthy weight for their body following bariatric surgery. These skills help you when your motivation is low, when temptation is high, or when you want to give in to something that would make you feel better in the present – knowing that what you REALLY want is a healthy life in the longrun.  The Essentials in the skill kit are maybe not what you thought. They are not concrete like “tools” (i.e., hammer, screwdriver) you would put in a toolbox. They are more general and are related to the emotional and psychological realm as opposed to the concrete behaviors we’ve spoken about the past few weeks: the Gotta Do ‘Ems. The Essential Skills we discuss today include Your Meaningful Matters, the 4 ACES (Awareness, Acceptance, Attitude, Accountability, Commitment, Effort and Self), and Feelings! Listen and learn why these, along with the Gotta Do ‘Ems and a whole lot of healthy coping skills (which we will talk about soon) will help you stay on track with your healthy lifestyle and prevent weight regain.

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]]> People needs SKILLS in order to develop and maintain the healthy lifestyle that allows them to maintain a healthy weight for their body following bariatric surgery. These skills help you when your motivation is low, when temptation is high, or when you want to give in to something that would make you feel better in the present – knowing that what you REALLY want is a healthy life in the longrun.  The Essentials in the skill kit are maybe not what you thought. They are not concrete like “tools” (i.e., hammer, screwdriver) you would put in a toolbox. They are more general and are related to the emotional and psychological realm as opposed to the concrete behaviors we’ve spoken about the past few weeks: the Gotta Do ‘Ems. The Essential Skills we discuss today include Your Meaningful Matters, the 4 ACES (Awareness, Acceptance, Attitude, Accountability, Commitment, Effort and Self), and Feelings! Listen and learn why these, along with the Gotta Do ‘Ems and a whole lot of healthy coping skills (which we will talk about soon) will help you stay on track with your healthy lifestyle and prevent weight regain.

 Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7510315 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2595 6 full false Episode 5: Regain Fears. Regain Realities. Find Your Meaningful Matters! Episode 5: Regain Fears. Regain Realities. Find Your Meaningful Matters! This is a bonus episode! I usually only use the first “live” talk of the week from the BariAftercare program as a podcast and save the second talk for the members of the BariAftercare program. I liked this talk as a follow-up to Tell Me What You Want… What You REALLY, REALLY want, that I had to share! Maybe it was all that talk about the movie While You Were Sleeping that inspired me! In this episode I talk about keeping your mind focused on that healthy lifestyle and away from thoughts and fears of regain. We move in the direction of the things we think about most! I provide several practical tools to add to your skill set… tools I learned over 30 years ago and use on a regular basis myself. I even sat my 8-year-old grandson down and taught him a few of these skills this week as he was struggling with some “perfectionism” tendencies. Learn what a Meaningful Matter is and how this can help you stay true to what you REALLY, REALLY want and use a single question to help you each and every day to opt for the healthy choices! Healthy choices = healthy outcomes. 

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]]> This is a bonus episode! I usually only use the first “live” talk of the week from the BariAftercare program as a podcast and save the second talk for the members of the BariAftercare program. I liked this talk as a follow-up to Tell Me What You Want… What You REALLY, REALLY want, that I had to share! Maybe it was all that talk about the movie While You Were Sleeping that inspired me! In this episode I talk about keeping your mind focused on that healthy lifestyle and away from thoughts and fears of regain. We move in the direction of the things we think about most! I provide several practical tools to add to your skill set… tools I learned over 30 years ago and use on a regular basis myself. I even sat my 8-year-old grandson down and taught him a few of these skills this week as he was struggling with some “perfectionism” tendencies. Learn what a Meaningful Matter is and how this can help you stay true to what you REALLY, REALLY want and use a single question to help you each and every day to opt for the healthy choices! Healthy choices = healthy outcomes. 

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7465216 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 21:00:00 -0500 2099 5 full false Episode 4: Tell Me What You Want… What You REALLY, REALLY Want for Your Weight Loss Journey! Episode 4: Tell Me What You Want… What You REALLY, REALLY Want for Your Weight Loss Journey! In today’s episode, I bring together the information from the first three podcasts to highlight the importance of using goals and creating a healthy lifestyle can help you avoid regain or lose any regain you may have experienced! Using an analogy from the fun movie While You Were Sleeping, starring Sandra Bullock, you may discover that what you thought would lead you to your happily ever after may actually lead you to an even more happily ever after! IF what you REALLY, REALLY want is to maintain a healthy weight for your body and live a great quality of life after having bariatric surgery, you have to become willing to give up things in the present moment that would bring you pleasure for the long-term joy that comes from living a truly healthy lifestyle. Enter Meaningful Matters… identifying what is more meaningful to you and what matters most to you. Make your ever day in-the-moment choices based on those Meaningful Matters, not on what would bring you momentary pleasure in the moment. Staying focused on what you REALLY, REALLY want, will result in your being happier than ever for the rest of your life! 

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> In today’s episode, I bring together the information from the first three podcasts to highlight the importance of using goals and creating a healthy lifestyle can help you avoid regain or lose any regain you may have experienced! Using an analogy from the fun movie While You Were Sleeping, starring Sandra Bullock, you may discover that what you thought would lead you to your happily ever after may actually lead you to an even more happily ever after! IF what you REALLY, REALLY want is to maintain a healthy weight for your body and live a great quality of life after having bariatric surgery, you have to become willing to give up things in the present moment that would bring you pleasure for the long-term joy that comes from living a truly healthy lifestyle. Enter Meaningful Matters… identifying what is more meaningful to you and what matters most to you. Make your ever day in-the-moment choices based on those Meaningful Matters, not on what would bring you momentary pleasure in the moment. Staying focused on what you REALLY, REALLY want, will result in your being happier than ever for the rest of your life! 

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7364602 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:00:00 -0500 2221 4 full false Episode 3: It’s all about the Lifestyle! Episode 3: It’s all about the Lifestyle! Today we discussed the fact that losing weight is not the primary goal associated with having bariatric surgery. To be sure, losing weight is one of the goals you want to achieve as a result of having weight loss surgery. Maintaining a healthy weight for your body over the long haul is perhaps a more useful goal for those having bariatric surgery. Many people have lost weight in the past, perhaps several times! Therefore, keeping your weight at a healthy place for your unique body is a longer-term goal, one that doesn’t “end” when you’ve lost weight. In order to maintain a healthy weight, you need to have a healthy LIFESTYLE! A healthy lifestyle is a way of living day in a day out. Therefore, in order to maintain the weight loss following bariatric surgery, you need to learn how to establish, a maintain a healthy way of life…. A healthy lifestyle. Which, of course, includes using SMART goals! The information in the Podcasts is all connected…

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]]> Today we discussed the fact that losing weight is not the primary goal associated with having bariatric surgery. To be sure, losing weight is one of the goals you want to achieve as a result of having weight loss surgery. Maintaining a healthy weight for your body over the long haul is perhaps a more useful goal for those having bariatric surgery. Many people have lost weight in the past, perhaps several times! Therefore, keeping your weight at a healthy place for your unique body is a longer-term goal, one that doesn’t “end” when you’ve lost weight. In order to maintain a healthy weight, you need to have a healthy LIFESTYLE! A healthy lifestyle is a way of living day in a day out. Therefore, in order to maintain the weight loss following bariatric surgery, you need to learn how to establish, a maintain a healthy way of life…. A healthy lifestyle. Which, of course, includes using SMART goals! The information in the Podcasts is all connected…

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7289605 Thu, 14 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500 1843 3 full false Episode 2: Resolutions or Goals Episode 2: Resolutions or Goals In this episode we discuss the difference between resolutions and goals. You may want to determine some “resolutions” for yourself, but you will definitely want to set and follow through with some goals! (At least if you want to accomplish what you SAY you want to in relation to your weight loss journey!) Learning to set SMART goals can make realizing your dreams that much easier. Together we will set a SMART goal and you can practice creating others so you can live that happier, healthier life you are seeking!

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]]> In this episode we discuss the difference between resolutions and goals. You may want to determine some “resolutions” for yourself, but you will definitely want to set and follow through with some goals! (At least if you want to accomplish what you SAY you want to in relation to your weight loss journey!) Learning to set SMART goals can make realizing your dreams that much easier. Together we will set a SMART goal and you can practice creating others so you can live that happier, healthier life you are seeking!

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7289569 Thu, 14 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500 1943 2 full false Episode 1: BariAftercare — What is it and how can I be part of it? Episode 1: BariAftercare — What is it and how can I be part of it? Today’s episode is an introduction to BariAftercare, the podcast itself as well as the comprehensive BariAftercare program. BariAftercare is a program developed specifically to provide education, insights and healthy coping skills for addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of living a healthy post-op life. Components of BariAftercare include two live videos each week (which can be listened to as audio or viewed on video), worksheets to accompany each video, encouraging daily text messages, BariYoga classes on YouTube, and discounts on Dr. Stapleton’s online educational courses. A great program to prevent and deal with regain, BariAftercare is a unique and critical element of the bariatric journey.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Today’s episode is an introduction to BariAftercare, the podcast itself as well as the comprehensive BariAftercare program. BariAftercare is a program developed specifically to provide education, insights and healthy coping skills for addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of living a healthy post-op life. Components of BariAftercare include two live videos each week (which can be listened to as audio or viewed on video), worksheets to accompany each video, encouraging daily text messages, BariYoga classes on YouTube, and discounts on Dr. Stapleton’s online educational courses. A great program to prevent and deal with regain, BariAftercare is a unique and critical element of the bariatric journey.

Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

]]> Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Buzzsprout-7285114 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 21:00:00 -0500 1613 1 full false