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Emotional Eating Unpacked with Sandra Elia - Winter 2026 Feb 18, 2026

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In this episode, Gina sits down with Sandra Elia for a powerful conversation about the difference between emotional eating and compulsive eating, and why that distinction matters more than people think. Together, they explore how restriction fuels the binge/restrict cycle, how loneliness and shame can trigger deeper patterns with food, and why self-judgment often keeps people stuck. Sandra shares candid insights from her own journey and explains why sustainable change isn’t just about what you eat, but how you think, cope, and care for yourself. It’s an honest, compassionate look at breaking the loop and finding a way forward rooted in awareness, support, and self-love.

You can find the full video hosted at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

Sandra is the founder of The Food Addiction Recovery Program and the author of "Never Enough: Three Pillars of Food Addiction Recovery".

Find Sandra Elia:

Instagram: @sandraelia.ca

www.sandraelia.com

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Spill the Tea - Winter 2026: Week 6 with Dawne Warkentin Feb 17, 2026

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In this episode of Spill the Tea, Gina sits down with Dawne Warkentin, a 57-year-old member of the Livy Community who shares her powerful journey from decades of dieting and scale obsession to finally finding peace with her body. After losing weight again and again only to regain it, Dawne made the bold decision to stop weighing herself altogether and focus instead on releasing fat in a sustainable way with The Livy Method. Now down from a size 18 to a size 8, she opens up about shame, trusting the process, learning her body’s patterns without relying on a number, and what it really means to maintain your weight with confidence.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.livymethod.com.

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Hormones and Weight Loss - Part 1 with Dr. Olinca Trejo - Winter 2026 Feb 17, 2026

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In this episode, Gina is joined by Dr. Olinca Trejo for a real and eye-opening conversation about hormones, sustainable weight loss, and why it’s never just about calories in versus calories out. Together, they unpack what hormones actually are—dynamic chemical messengers working like an orchestra behind the scenes—and why “balancing” them isn’t about a magic supplement but about getting the body out of survival mode and back into thriving. From set point and stress to sleep, inflammation, digestion, and the effects of years of dieting, this episode connects the dots between your environment, your habits, and how your body responds.

Dr. Olinca is a licensed, board-certified Naturopathic Doctor in the province of Ontario. She also holds an honours degree in Kinesiology and has achieved her certification and internship in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).

You can contact Dr. Olinca at info@drolinca.com

or find her on Instagram: @dr.olinca

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

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Livy Method Day 43 - Winter 2026 Feb 17, 2026

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In this episode, Gina kicks off Day 43 by reminding members that this 91-day process isn’t just about losing weight; it’s about learning how to live your life while doing it. From navigating long weekends and celebratory meals to downsizing portions and getting comfortable with a little hunger, she breaks down why feeling slightly unsatisfied can actually be a powerful step forward. Gina explains how The Program is designed to help members build the tools they’ll need for maintenance, normalize scale fluctuations, and stop fearing hunger or indulgence. It’s a motivating conversation about consistency, mindset, and why learning to enjoy life along the way is the real win.

This is a recording of the Day 43, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Livy Method Day 39 - Winter 2026 Feb 12, 2026

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In this Day 39 Live, Gina reassures members who may not be seeing movement on the scale that weight loss is rarely linear and that stalls can signal deeper issues worth exploring, from inflammation and gut health to hormones, stress, and past dieting history. She encourages listeners to reflect on their “weight story,” track patterns, and consider supportive tools like journaling, medical check-ins, and foundational supplements discussed earlier this week. Gina emphasizes that The Program works when members keep showing up, and that lasting success comes not just from following The Food Plan, but from addressing the physical and mental factors that influence progress.

This is a recording of the Day 39, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Midweek Motivation - February 11, 2026 Feb 11, 2026

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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation!

This week, Gina is joined by the manager of the Weight Loss Program, Kim. Together, they remind listeners to start with a simple vibe check and get honest about how they’re really doing, especially in the middle of a 91-day commitment to themselves. They unpack the difference between choices that truly bring joy and the habits or triggers that keep people reaching for “bites of bits,” encouraging self-awareness instead of guilt. With real talk about the damage diet culture has done and why sustainable change requires more than just following a food plan, they reinforce that weight loss is as much mental as it is physical.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

To learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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Secondary Supplements with Dr. Paul Hrkal - Winter 2026 Feb 11, 2026

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In Part 2 of Gina’s conversation with Dr. Paul Hrkal, they explore why the scale can stall even when someone is doing “all the right things,” shifting the focus to gut health, food sensitivities, and inflammation as key factors in weight loss resistance. Dr. Paul explains how past infections, ultra-processed foods, medications, and even aging can disrupt the microbiome and impact hormones, recovery, and digestion, leaving people feeling bloated, fatigued, and frustrated despite their efforts. Together, they challenge the idea that feeling uncomfortable is just part of getting older and reinforce the importance of getting curious about what your body is trying to communicate.

Where to find Dr. Paul:

Instagram: @drpaulhrkal

www.paulhrkalnd.com

If you are in the Winter 2026 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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The 4 Main Reasons Why Your Weight Might Be Slower to Move with Dr. Paul Hrkal - Winter 2026 Feb 10, 2026

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In this episode, Gina is joined by naturopathic doctor Dr. Paul Hrkal to unpack why weight loss can sometimes feel frustratingly slow, even when you feel like you’re doing everything right. Together, they explore the main reasons the scale may not be moving, including overlooked physical factors, stress, sleep, and the powerful role mindset plays in how the body responds. It’s an honest, reassuring conversation that shifts the focus away from blame and quick fixes and toward curiosity, personalization, and understanding what your body actually needs to move forward with confidence.

Where to find Dr. Paul:

Instagram: @drpaulhrkal

www.paulhrkalnd.com

If you are in the Winter 2026 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Mindset Mondays - February 9, 2026 Feb 09, 2026

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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something for everyone!

In this episode, Gina, flying solo today, checks in with the maintenance community as they head into Week 5 of The Program, coming off the heels of downsizing and straight into a week focused on satisfaction, awareness, and trust. She breaks down why portion creep happens, reassures listeners that eating nutrient-rich foods won’t cause weight gain, and explains how hormones, hunger cues, and mindful eating all work together as the body adjusts to weight loss.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

To learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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Livy Method Day 36 - Winter 2026 Feb 09, 2026

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In this episode, Gina reflects on Day 36 of The Program and the realities of navigating weekends, indulgences, and scale fluctuations without panic or punishment. She explains why a salty, indulgent night (e.g., Super Bowl) can lead to temporary bloating and weight bumps that have nothing to do with real fat gain, and connects the dots between stress, sleep, hormones, past dieting, and why bodies hold onto weight, especially as we age. Gina reframes healthy weight loss as a slower, layered process that looks and feels different from quick fixes, emphasizing consistency, mindset, and self-trust over restriction.

This is a recording of the Day 36, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026.

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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