A story of calm confidence, healing, and letting go of perfection.

Episode #233

What happens when you stop chasing perfection and start trusting your body? In this heartfelt conversation, Audrey shares with Coach Lisa how she moved from fear and confusion to calm confidence by embracing nourishment, community, and self-compassion.

Audrey's journey reminds us that fasting isn't just about hours — it's about listening to your body, releasing perfectionism, and keeping "a hand on the wagon," even when life gets messy.

What you'll learn:

• Why fasting alone wasn't enough for Audrey
• The mindset shift that helped her release perfectionism
• How she advocated for herself through confusing medical advice
• The practices that improved her sleep, confidence, and cardiac markers
• How she navigates social eating, travel, and cravings with ease

Books mentioned in this episode:

• The Paleo Cure — Chris Kresser
• Adrenal Transformation Protocol — Izabella Wentz
• Fast Like a Girl — Dr. Mindy Pelz

The transcript for this episode is available on our website:
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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

00:21 Audrey's backstory & early fasting attempts

01:26 Heart-health fears and statin pressure

03:10 Why fasting alone wasn't working

04:26 Joining TFM & shifting her approach to nourishment

05:01 The statin conversation & advocating for herself

07:08 Improvements in A1c, triglycerides & confidence

09:20 Cardiac testing results & reducing medications

11:08 The biggest surprise: calm, freedom, and mindset shifts

13:14 "Hand on the wagon" — Audrey's powerful analogy

16:22 Hunger waves & reframing discomfort

18:41 Energy, sleep, and positive influence on friends

20:55 Navigating social events & travel with TRE

23:54 Managing a cruise without derailing progress

26:24 Goals ahead: autoimmune health & elimination diets

28:23 Self-advocacy and working effectively with doctors

30:35 Community language, inside jokes & belonging

31:40 Fasting apps, perfectionism & releasing harsh self-judgment

32:53 Closing reflections & encouragement

⚠️ Disclaimer

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

A warm, encouraging reset on identity, habits, and motivation.

Episode #232

Your habits aren't random — they're shaped by the identity you carry and the WHYs that keep you moving forward. In this special Bitesize collection, Terri revisits powerful insights on motivation, identity, and the real reasons we follow through when things get tough. These reflections are the perfect reset for anyone wanting to reconnect with their goals.

In this curated Bitesize episode, Terri brings together three foundational teachings on identity, habit-building, and meaningful motivation. She explores how seeing yourself as a healthier person shapes your choices, why your WHY needs depth (and sometimes quantity!), and how to work with your brain when barriers show up. This warm and practical set of reflections is designed to help you reset your mindset and strengthen your commitment as you move into a new season of your health journey.

What you'll learn:

• Why identity is the foundation of sustainable habit change
• How to align daily choices with the healthier person you're becoming
• The importance of developing multiple WHYs — even a list of 100
• How your brain uses barriers and excuses to derail progress
• Practical examples of how stronger WHYs can override old habits
• Encouragement for evolving your WHYs as your journey and goals shift

The transcript for this episode is available on our website:

👉 https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/

Connect With Us

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/

👍 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod

🌐 FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork

🚀 Ready to start your own transformation? Join The Fasting Method Community today.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

01:22 Identity & Habit Foundations

03:10 How Identity Shapes Daily Choices

07:20 Understanding Motivation & Your WHY

12:40 The "100 WHYs" Strategy

17:45 Barriers, Excuses & How to Work With Your Brain

24:30 Evolving Your WHY Over Time

28:18 Final reflections & sign-off

⚠️ Disclaimer

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.

The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast.

Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.