Lessons to My Teenage Self

Amy Connell
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  • CHRISTIANITY
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Lessons to My Teenage Self

Ever wish you could go back and give your younger self some guidance?  We all do. Lessons to My Teenage Self is the shortcut I wish I had for taking care of my physical, mental and spiritual health. I'm sharing what I wish I knew about everything from body image to food to mental health all in a diet culture-free way so you can enjoy the peace and freedom God has for you. And as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I’ll cover questions I’ve received from my clients over the years. I'll share my own experiences, and I'm bringing in other young adult women in their twenties to share lessons they’ve learned. Hosted by Amy Connell, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach and created for teen girls wanting to strengthen their health alongside their Christian faith.

  1. JAN 29

    Challenge the Food Police with Kristin Williams (Intuitive Eating #4)

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. Continuing our series on Intuitive Eating, Kristin Williams, a registered dietitian and certified eating disorder specialist, comes back to discuss the fourth principle of intuitive eating: challenging the food police. We explore the detrimental effects of food rules and how to identify and overcome internal and external 'food police' voices that dictate eating habits. Kristin explains the importance of distinguishing between mindfulness and obse...

    13 min

  2. JAN 22

    Make Peace with Food with Kristen Bunger (Inutitive Eating #3)

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. Registered Dietitian and author Kristen Bunger joins the show today to discuss the third principle of intuitive eating: making peace with food. Kristen shares her insights on overcoming diet culture, addressing food-related fears, and achieving true peace with food. The conversation delves into practical steps for incorporating intuitive eating, handling ultra-processed foods like Cheez-Its, and the role of faith in finding healing and fulfill...

    12 min

  3. JAN 15

    Honor Your Hunger (Intuitive Eating #2)

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. {Quick Note: I recorded this while traveling and didn't have my mic. I appreciate your grace in my lower audio quality!} Victoria Yates, RN joins to discuss the second principle of Intuitive Eating: Honor Your Hunger. We explore the differences between early and late hunger cues, and how to respond to them. We also touch on the impact of diet culture on our perception of hunger and the spiritual practice of fasting. Victoria also provid...

    24 min

  4. JAN 9

    How to Reject the Diet Mentality (Intuitive Eating #1)

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. Today we dive into a series on Intuitive Eating. Whether this is something you've been practicing for a while or are curious about it, this series will help you understand what Intuitive Eating is and clear up misconceptions about it as well (spoiler alert: it's not eat-what-you-want-when-you-want).In today's episode I discuss the first principle with Registered Dietitian Tracy Brown.Tracy Brown is a somatic nutrition therapist, registered licensed di...

    21 min

  5. 08/28/2024

    PCOS: Symptoms, Treatment and More with MK Culver

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. Today I'm joined by MK Culver, a personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist, to discuss polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). MK shares her journey of being diagnosed with PCOS in 2017 and how she learned to manage and reverse her symptoms naturally. We discuss: Key aspects and common misconceptions of PCOSThe importance of lifestyle changes like sleep optimization, stress management, and a low-glycemic index dietThe emotiona...

    26 min

  6. 08/21/2024

    How do I know if I'm healthy?

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. With all the talk about back to school, you may be hearing the word "healthy" more. Maybe it's about food, or maybe it's about our bodies. Have you ever considered what it means to be healthy? And how do we actually know if we are healthy? In today's episode I share a special story of a testimonial for the book Your CORE Strength. You'll also get to hear Chapter 7 from that book, How do I know if I'm healthy? Get your copy of my book for Christian ...

    14 min

  7. 08/14/2024

    How do I build a smoothie or shake?

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. Love smoothies and shakes but not sure how to make a well-balanced one? Tune in for my five-step process. As promised, here are three recipes for you to try: Remember: respond to your unique needs. Adjust as necessary. Chunky Monkey 1 handful fresh spinach 2 Tbs peanut butter 1/2 - 1 Banana 1 Tbs chocolate syrup 1 Tbs flax seed 1/2 c - 1 c milk of your choice 3-4 ice cubes Pink Power 1/2 cooked beet 1/2 cup plain keifer or greek yogurt 1/2 cup f...

    12 min

  8. 08/07/2024

    Quick Breakfast Ideas for Busy School Mornings

    Got a question? Text it by clicking here. How do you feel about the start of school? Excited? Dreading? Mixed Emotions? Regardless of how you feel, I hope you are preparing to fuel yourself well so you can feel and function well throughout your day. I know time is precious, and if you have to choose between waking up early for a big breakfast or sleeping a few extra minutes, you'll probably choose sleep (which is exactly what I would have done). In today's episode, I'm offering a ton of q...

    22 min
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Ever wish you could go back and give your younger self some guidance?  We all do. Lessons to My Teenage Self is the shortcut I wish I had for taking care of my physical, mental and spiritual health. I'm sharing what I wish I knew about everything from body image to food to mental health all in a diet culture-free way so you can enjoy the peace and freedom God has for you. And as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I’ll cover questions I’ve received from my clients over the years. I'll share my own experiences, and I'm bringing in other young adult women in their twenties to share lessons they’ve learned. Hosted by Amy Connell, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach and created for teen girls wanting to strengthen their health alongside their Christian faith.

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  • Creator
    Amy Connell
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Lessons to My Teenage Self
  • Show Website
    Lessons to My Teenage Self

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