Breaking Free from the Scale: Finding Balance in Body and Mind (with Leah Van Dolder)
Welcome to the 14th episode of The Living Word podcast!
In this episode, Genevieve Dowling sits down with Leah Van Dolder, a weight loss expert, dietitian, mindset coach, and business mentor, to explore the transformative journey of redefining wellness from the inside out.
Leah shares how her career evolved from clinical dietetics to helping women embrace their emotions, overcome limiting beliefs, and develop self-awareness as the foundation for lasting transformation. Together, they dive into the emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of weight loss, discussing how external metrics like scales and quick-fix solutions often overshadow the deeper work of self-love and personal growth.
They also unpack the challenges of detaching self-worth from external numbers, like weight and bank accounts, and the importance of embracing a sustainable, steady pace in both wellness and life.
Whether you’re navigating your own wellness journey, curious about the link between mindset and success, or looking for inspiration to create meaningful change, this episode is filled with wisdom, reflection, and actionable insights.
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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
[2:03] Leah’s journey from clinical dietetics to becoming a mindset and business coach
[5:42] The deeper truths behind weight loss and emotional disconnection
[11:53] Overcoming guilt, self-soothing with food, and finding peace in discomfort
[13:58] Desperation vs. inspiration: how women begin wellness journeys
[15:28] How body image influences everyday life and opportunities
[19:16] The emotional impact of numbers
[24:08] Detaching self-worth from metrics and embracing sustainable growth
[27:36] Tips for high performers to treat their bodies with love
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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Listen to Leah’s podcast: The Reclaim Podcast
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