Liv Lighter with Gina

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Livy Method Day 10 - Spring 2025 Apr 30, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 10, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

Weight loss isn’t just about what you eat—it’s about how your body feels. In this episode, Gina is breaking down what actually matters when it comes to seeing movement on the scale. From the real role of hormones like insulin to the truth about supplements (spoiler: they support, not solve), she's laying it all out. Gina talks about how The Livy Method App sets you up for success, why recovery from stress matters more than stress itself, and how one piece of cake won’t derail your journey. If you’ve ever felt stuck, emotional, or frustrated with the scale, this episode is for you. It's time to stop obsessing over perfection and start tuning into The Plan—and yourself.

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

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Setting Yourself Up for Success with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer - Spring 2025 Apr 29, 2025

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In this Guest Expert episode, Gina and Learning Expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer get real about what it truly takes to see lasting change, starting with one simple mindset shift: Get curious and trust the process. Dr. Deena shares why learning (and unlearning!) is the key to making your weight loss journey the last one you’ll ever need. Together, they walk listeners through how to frame their journey in a way that feels inspiring instead of overwhelming, how to ditch all-or-nothing thinking, and why motivation is nice but not required. It’s about showing up, stacking small wins, and focusing on all the ways progress shows up beyond the scale. With a refreshing take on building habits that stick and a reminder to practice grace on the hard days, this episode is packed with the real-talk encouragement the Livy Community loves.

You can find the full video hosted at:

www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

Where to find Dr. Deena

Instagram: @awakenedlearning

Website: www.awakenedlearning.ca

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

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Mindset Mondays - April 28, 2025 Apr 28, 2025

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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!

This week on Mindset Mondays, Gina and Odette are focusing on what it really means to solidify your maintenance mindset. Life doesn't stop throwing curveballs just because you've reached your goal weight, and today they’re getting real about showing up for yourself even when the world feels heavy. It's not just about maintaining your weight; it’s about maintaining your growth, your awareness, and your new habits. This journey is bigger than the scale. Tune in, get inspired, and remind yourself why you started.

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 8 - Spring 2025 Apr 28, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 8, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

Ever have one of those weekends? It's all good—today's a fresh start, and every step forward counts. In this episode, Gina is sharing tips for settling back into routine, fine-tuning your portions without overthinking it, and how bonus snacks can help if you're up early, extra active, or working shifts. She's talking water—why it matters, how to make it easier—and the real power behind setting daily intentions and reflecting at night. She’ll also break down what to watch for with self-sabotage, when to introduce supplements, and why nighttime cravings are more about routine than true hunger. Plus, what hunger actually looks like when you’re in tune with your body, and why being kind to yourself is a non-negotiable. Change is happening even if the scale isn’t showing it yet. Keep showing up. You’re doing more right than you think.

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

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Livy Method Day 5 - Spring 2025 Apr 25, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 5, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

In today’s episode, Gina is breaking down why you don’t need to stress when life throws your routine off track, why skipping meals before a big dinner actually works against you, and how every “off” day is an opportunity to reflect, learn, and plan better next time. She's also talking about rewiring your reactions around food, understanding normal scale fluctuations (spoiler: you’re not gaining fat), and the power of saying no without guilt. Plus, she sets the record straight on fruit and insulin, and why adjusting The Plan should always be based on real needs, not just preferences. It’s all about staying consistent, being kind to yourself, and trusting the process. Listen now and keep showing up for yourself.

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

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Introducing Our Guest Experts - Spring 2025 Apr 24, 2025

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Introducing some of our guest experts!

This journey? It’s not just about weight—it’s about healing, growth, and reconnecting with yourself in ways that diets never even touched. Today’s convo is the reminder we all need: you are not broken, and this process is about so much more than the number on the scale. Gina and our amazing guest experts unpack what “root cause” really means, why hormones are about more than just menopause, and how past experiences can shape your now. From emotional blocks to the overwhelm of learning how to learn, to setting your day up with intention—this episode is full of aha moments, whether you’re starting fresh or showing up (again). You’ll also hear from the docs on what to do if you're new, how to stay engaged if you’re returning, and why consistency, not perfection, is the game-changer.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

Contact info:

Dr. Beverley David:

IG - @drdrbeverley

www.yourpsychologycentre.ca

Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer:

IG - @awakenedlearning

www.awakenedlearning.ca

Books - Feel Good Learning, Raising Well Learners

Dr. Olinca Trejo, ND:

IG - dr.olinca

email - info@drolinca.com

Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND:

IG - @drpaulhrkal

www.paulhrkalnd.com

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

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Midweek Motivation - April 23, 2025 Apr 23, 2025

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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation!

You’ve hit goal weight—now what? In this episode, Gina and Odette unpack one of the biggest mindset shifts in maintenance: letting go of the chase for that lowest low on the scale. They’re talking about using the scale as a tool for awareness, not judgment. If fluctuations freak you out or you're wondering whether to keep weighing yourself, this convo is for you. Plus, we get real about what it means to truly know your body and spot your patterns like a pro.

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 3 - Spring 2025 Apr 23, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 3, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

Feel like you're behind? You're not. In this episode, Gina is reminding you that what matters most is starting. She breaks down why traditional diets fail (hello, starvation mode) and why this method is designed to nourish, not deprive, so you can work with your body instead of against it. She chats about shifting your portion mindset, embracing the real-life messiness of birthdays and weekends, and why weight loss is only the beginning. She'll also explain why a bump on the scale can actually mean your body’s making moves. Spoiler alert: Yes, you can travel, eat the cake, and still crush your goals. Press play and let’s keep it real because this isn’t about being perfect, it’s about showing up.

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

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Livy Method Day 2 - Spring 2025 Apr 22, 2025

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 2, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspring2025

You don’t need to be perfect—just present. In today’s episode, Gina is breaking down the truth behind protein shakes, hunger cues, and why chewing your food matters more than you think. She's reframing “failure” as data collection (because every misstep is actually a step forward), and talking about set point theory and why plateaus are not a bad thing—your body is working with you, not against you. She'll chat about how to use the scale without letting it mess with your head, why we’re not rushing into supplements, and how this program supports all bodies, including those navigating menopause or taking GLP-1s.

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

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Maintenance & Mindfulness: Mindset Mondays - April 21, 2025 Apr 21, 2025

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Welcome to a fresh Day 1 of the Maintenance and Mindfulness Program! Gina and Odette kick off this fresh season with a real-talk check-in on what it actually means to maintain your weight. From celebrating the win of reaching your goal to navigating the uncertainty of what comes next, they unpack why solidifying your mindset is just as important as solidifying your weight. Whether you’re brand new to maintenance or you've been maintaining for a while, this episode is your reminder: you’re not doing the Weight Loss Program again. You’re building something new. Something sustainable. Something that lasts.

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.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.