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Direction Not Perfection - Mindset, Menopause & Sustainable Weight Loss for Women Over 40 with Dietitian, Lindsey House

Lindsey House RD

Do you know what you need to do—but still find yourself not doing it?Do you feel stuck in the cycle of starting over, overwhelmed by all the conflicting diet and fitness tips, and quietly wondering why it feels so hard to follow through?If you’ve ever felt like a failure for not being able to “do it all perfectly,” you are not alone—and more importantly, you are not broken.This podcast is your space for real, sustainable health and wellness—where fitness and nutrition meet compassion, and where we

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49:03

Doing All the Things, But Still Not Feeling Better?...

Direction Not Perfection - Mindset, Menopause &... ·

2026/10/09

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 💛🌟Be More in Your Life And NOT Just Less On a Scale🌟💛 From Health Debt to Health Wealth: 5 Steps to Thrive Through Perimenopause Our guest walks us through five practical steps designed to help you stop simply reacting to health problems and start intentionally investing in your future health. In this episode, we explore: What health debt actually means and how you may be carrying it without realizing itWhy doing "all the things" doesn't

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50:42

Understanding Insulin Resistance: What Could Be...

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2026/10/02

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 👉If you've ever been told you have insulin resistance, prediabetes, or Type 2 diabetes and thought, "But WHY is this happening?", this conversation is for you. It's easy to become focused on the numbers—blood glucose, A1C, insulin levels, weight—but understanding metabolic health involves looking at the bigger picture. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jason Shumard, who has spent more than two decades helping people who feel frustrated or

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27:17

Aging in Place: How to Stay Safe, Strong &...

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2026/09/25

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! When we talk about healthy aging, we usually talk about what we can do for our bodies: build strength, improve mobility, eat well, manage stress, and stay active. But what about the environment around us? Your home can either support your independence—or quietly make everyday life more difficult and potentially less safe. 👉In this episode, I’m joined by Fee Gentry, a former physical therapist, entrepreneur, and owner of Handled Home Solutions.

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50:15

Your Nervous System & Food: A Somatic Approach to...

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2026/09/18

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! What if going back to another diet isn’t a failure of willpower—and it isn’t self-sabotage? What if your nervous system is playing a much bigger role in your relationship with food, your body, and your desire to start over? In this episode of the Direction Not Perfection Podcast, Lindsey sits down with a Somatic Nutritional Counselor and Mentor who is pioneering the intersection of somatics, nervous system science, trauma work, and nutrition. Her...

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20:40

Vanity vs. Vitality: What’s Really Driving Your...

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2026/09/11

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🤔Vanity vs. Vitality: What’s Really Driving Your Health Choices?What if the reason you resist certain healthy habits has less to do with discipline—and more to do with the story you've attached to them? Sometimes the behaviors we associate with health and fitness can carry a lot of emotional baggage. Maybe you grew up watching someone obsess over their weight and exercise, and you promised yourself you would never become that person. Maybe you've

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43:51

Stop Putting Yourself Last: How To Reconnect with...

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2026/09/05

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! Listen to Dr. Laurie Bruce's podcast "From Both Sides of the Couch" 🤔⁉️ What happens when you become so good at taking care of everyone else that you lose touch with yourself? For many women—especially in midlife—it can be surprisingly difficult to answer a simple question: “What do I need?” You may be the person everyone counts on. The caregiver. The problem-solver. The mom, partner, professional, friend, or daughter who always seems to know

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40:17

Aging After 40: What Your Skin, Metabolism & Stress...

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2026/08/28

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! Have you ever felt like your body suddenly changed after 40? Your skin looks different. Your metabolism doesn't seem to respond the way it used to. Stress hits harder. Recovery takes longer. And the strategies that worked in your 20s and 30s don't always work anymore. In this episode of the Direction Not Perfection Podcast, Lindsey sits down with Jonathan Carp, MD, a dermatologist and lifestyle medicine physician, to explore what may be happening be...

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21:25

Healthy Aging: Why Taking Care of Yourself Is a Gift...

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2026/08/14

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! "You matter. Your health matters. Not just for you, but for everyone who loves you." And I think we need to talk about that. Because we often think about our health as a personal responsibility. I want to lose weight. I want more energy. I want to feel better in my body. I want to get stronger. I want to live longer. And yes—all of those things matter. But there is another side to the conversation. When you invest in your physical, mental, and emoti...

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31:20

Move Better, Hurt Less: An Athletic Trainer's Guide...

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2026/08/07

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 👉 Does this sound like you? "I've become incredibly good at finding workarounds... and eventually, I'm worried that those compensations will become my new normal." Being active is key to living a healthy lifestyle. In order to stay active, we need to take care of our bodies. We all occasionally suffer injuries ranging from minor inconveniences all the way to severe, life changing incidents. Today I interviewed Athletic Trainer, Erin Lewis. Eri...

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35:44

Stop Trying to Stay Young—Learn How to Age Strong-...

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2026/07/31

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🤔What if getting older didn't have to mean getting weaker? What if you could actually be stronger, more flexible, and more resilient at 70 than you were at 30? That's the question our guest today has spent decades exploring—and proving that vitality isn't reserved for the young. In fact, he believes that with the right approach, we can build strength, mobility, resilience, and a deeper sense of well-being at virtually any stage of life. As a

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49:52

Mindfulness, Emotional Eating & Lasting Weight Loss -...

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2026/07/24

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! Do you ever find yourself eating when you're not physically hungry? If so, you're not alone—and you're certainly not lacking willpower. In this episode of Direction Not Perfection, Lindsey sits down with clinical psychologist, mindfulness coach, and host of From Both Sides of the Couch, Dr. Laurie Bruce, to explore what emotional eating really is—and why understanding it is one of the most important steps toward lasting health. For many women, emoti...

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39:55

Obesity Medicine Meets Mindset: The Missing Piece for...

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2026/07/17

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🌟Here's a conversation that goes beyond calories, meal plans, and willpower.🌟 Today's guest combines expertise in lifestyle and obesity medicine with professional life coaching to help people create sustainable health changes that actually last. Together, we explore why lasting weight loss requires more than the right prescription or nutrition plan—it also requires changing the thought patterns that keep us stuck. If you've ever found yourself

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50:57

Stop Waiting For Motivation: Why Structure &...

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2026/07/10

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 👉“If your goals don’t scare you, set the bar higher!”👈 It is no surprise that JD has written a book about his adventures and experiences. His memoir, “Hunger for more in life”, is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn how to set and reach goals. It is an inspiring story of how one can overcome any obstacle if they are willing to put in the hard work and dedication. Enjoy his book as you get inspired by JD’s journey and learn how to make th...

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35:23

Sticky Habits: Why Perfectionism Keeps Women Stuck-...

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2026/07/03

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🌟💛 Pre-order your "Sticky Habits" Book TODAY!!! 💛🌟 Why do so many women feel like one missed workout, one unhealthy meal, or one hectic week means they've completely failed? The answer isn't a lack of motivation or willpower. Today, we sit down with the author of "Sticky Habits" to explore why traditional habit advice often falls short for women—and how perfectionism, invisible labor, and all-or-nothing thinking quietly sabotage long-term

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38:57

Addiction Recovery Skills for Emotional Eating and...

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2026/06/26

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🤔Do you feel like you know exactly what to do to lose weight—but struggle to consistently follow through? In this powerful episode, board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hochman helps us explore the surprising overlap between addiction recovery, emotional eating, food addiction, and sustainable weight loss. Dr. Hochman explains why addictive behaviors aren't simply failures of willpower but often attempts to escape emotional discomfort.

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49:50

Hypnosis for Weight Loss and Healing: The Science...

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2026/06/19

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🧠As our guest says, "Your soul remembers what your mind forgot." 👉Experience your first weight loss hypnosis video --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have to admit, whenever I used to hear the word hypnosis, I immediately put up walls. It felt a little "out there," maybe not very scientific, and honestly, I was skeptical. But over time, my understanding of this tool has evolved, and

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41:22

ADHD, Neurodivergence, and Healthy Habits: Why...

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2026/06/12

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🤔 Have you ever wondered why maintaining healthy habits feels easy in some areas of life and nearly impossible in others? In today's episode, we dive into the connection between ADHD, neurodivergence, and the struggle to maintain routines around food, movement, sleep, and self-care. Joining us is a therapist who specializes in ADHD and helping neurodivergent individuals better understand how their brains work so they can create sustainable habits

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41:07

Food Addiction Recovery: The Key to Lasting Bariatric...

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2026/06/06

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🧠Food Addiction and Bariatric Recovery: Why Recovery Matters More Than Quick Fixes Surgery and medication can be powerful tools, but they don't automatically change our habits, our mindset, or our relationship with food. In this episode, we're diving into the often-overlooked side of long-term weight loss success: recovery. Our guest shares how real-time accountability, daily support, and the power of community can help women rebuild not only

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16:04

When Life Changes, Your Weight Loss Plan Should Too

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2026/06/03

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🤔Have your healthy habits suddenly stopped working? Maybe your workouts aren't happening. Meal planning has disappeared. The routines that once felt easy now feel impossible. Before you assume you've lost motivation, consider this: What if your season changed—but your plan didn't? In this Weight Loss Wednesday episode, we're talking about why healthy habits often fall apart during major life transitions and how to adapt your routines without guilt,

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51:31

The Hidden Bone Destroyers And How To Fracture Proof...

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2026/05/30

Send a text for comments or topics ideas! 🌟Fracture-Proof Your Bones🌟A bone breaks every 30 seconds, it doesn't have to be yours! For nearly 400 episodes, we've talked about nutrition, weight loss, hormones, mindset, and healthy aging—but we've never dedicated an episode specifically to bone health. Until now. In this episode, we're joined by a naturopathic physician who specializes in helping people "fracture-proof" their bones. Rather than focusing solely on bone density scores, he ...

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