Liv Lighter with Gina

Latest Episodes:

Livy Method Day 23 - Spring/Summer 2024 May 14, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 23, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

What is Mindfulness?
Learning to find joy in new connections with food.
Making meals and snacks as nutrient-rich as you can
Your skin and the connections to our digestion and detoxification process.
Dealing with cravings during the menstrual cycle.
Falling back into old habits when life hits you hard with stress.
Normalizing the journey of weight loss by honouring your feelings.
How to make this the last diet you will ever do by looking for the proof in your non-scale victories.
Being proud of the work you are doing to prioritize yourself with The Livy Method.
Detours! Why it’s important to keep moving forward toward your destination!
Celebrating members in our 100+ Club!
Moving forward through troubles and challenges by showing up even when it is hard
Recommended read: Jamie Kern Lima's Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life.
Aging and living well: What does healthy mean to you?
Not a quick fix: Check your old diet baggage at the door so you can move forward and be here at the end!
Follow the program, honour the feels

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

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Let's Talk Psychology of Sleep with Dr. Beverley David - Spring/Summer 2024 May 09, 2024

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In this episode, recorded on May 9, 2024, Gina talks about the psychology of sleep with Dr. Beverley David. Dr. Beverley is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She also holds a Ph.D. in Sleep Research (Insomnia) and a Master's in Health Psychology.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Dr. Beverley David
Why sleep is so important
If there is one thing we need to know about sleep, this is it
Why do we feel like we need permission to prioritize sleep?
The different stages of sleep and why each is important
Why you can sleep through the night and still not be getting good sleep
Are sleep apps beneficial?
How menopause affects sleep
When it comes to sleep, how much is physical and how much is mental?
Sleeping together vs. sleeping apart- which is best?
What is restless leg syndrome?
How do we improve the quality of our sleep?
How food and digestion can impact your sleep
Why if you can’t sleep, you shouldn’t think about sleeping
Can you have too much sleep?
Where to find Dr. Beverley

Find Dr. Beverley:

https://www.yourpsychologycentre.ca/

@drdrbeverley

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Let's Talk Pelvic Health with Registered Physiotherapist Erin Degagne - Spring/Summer 2024 May 08, 2024

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In this Guest Expert episode, Gina talks pelvic health with Registered Physiotherapist Erin DeGagne.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Erin Degagne, Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health Specialist
Pelvic health - not just for those who have given birth
Does this apply to you? - signs and symptoms
Incontinence - an issue for both males and females
Solutions to explore - the importance of being assessed
Kegels, yes or no? - understanding tension in pelvic floor muscles
Pelvic health issues - signs to watch for
Actionable steps - what you can do if you’re experiencing these issues
Urinary urgency - when we need to go and when we don’t
Men - this information is important for you too!
Bowel movements - exercises and techniques for healthy bowel movements
Kegels - everything you thought you knew and what you didn't!
Incomplete urination - why you can’t empty your bladder
Stress - connection to tension in pelvic floor muscles
Coffee, alcohol and more - bladder irritants and their affects
Organ prolapse - signs and symptoms
Hormones - how they affect our pelvic health
Constipation - is it a symptom of pelvic health?
Weight loss - does it impact pelvic health?
Improving pelvic health - treatment options
Where to find Erin Degagne www.lakecountryphysio.com or on Instagram @squats.and.coffee
In Canada, find pelvic floor specialists in your area at www.pelvichealthsolutions.ca

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Let's Talk Supplements with Dr. Olinca Trejo, ND - Spring/Summer 2024 May 07, 2024

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In this Guest Expert segment, Gina talks supplements, hormones, and weight loss drugs with Dr. Olinca Trejo. 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 find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Dr. Olinca Trejo
What does holistic mean?
Dr. Olinca’s thoughts on supplements
What happens when you don’t get enough vitamin D
How long would it take to get your vitamin D levels back to normal?
The benefits of omega-3
What causes inflammation?
Are people in menopause or perimenopause experiencing inflammation?
Why magnesium is Dr. Olinca’s favourite supplement
Why is vitamin B so important?
The benefits of probiotics and prebiotics
How digestive bitters work and the best way to take them
Dr. Olinca’s thoughts on collagen
Gina’s thoughts on Ozempic
Dr. Olinca’s thoughts on Ozempic
Where to find Dr. Olinca

Connect with Dr. Olinca: info@drolinca.com

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness - May 6, 2024 May 06, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from May 6, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

Cravings - addressing cravings, why we have them and how we can lessen them
Hunger - being more in tune with our hunger levels and cues
Mind-body connection - continuing to practice the 4 Questions to deepen our connection with our body
Recipe and meal ideas - watch Gina’s stories, check out our @livylosers account on Instagram and Gina Livy on Pinterest
Food sensitivities - developing awareness around how certain foods affect you
Indulgences - recognizing why we have them and how they make us feel
Solidifying your weight in Maintenance - please share your insights with us
Consistency and Maximizing - what it looks like in Maintenance
Who do you want to be? - focus on who you want to be and how you want to feel and good health will be the outcome
Weight In Wednesday - this Wednesday at 4 pm EST, let us know what you want to weigh in on!

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 15 - Spring/Summer 2024 May 06, 2024

Show notes

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 15, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Our tweak this week is Consistency and Maximizing
Knowing when to investigate the scale not moving with your doctor
Getting back at it after the weekend - assessing where you’re at
Understanding what you’re seeing on the scale and recognizing non-scale victories
Why we need and want plateaus
Knowing what fluctuations on the scale mean - when it’s up, understanding you have not gained your weight back
Hydration and its effect on our cravings
Navigating celebratory days - enjoying them, recognizing the choices you make and then moving on
Making a plan when eating out - being in tune with your body in the moment
Using the graph in The Livy Method App to understand the patterns of your weight fluctuations
Recognizing why your weight is not coming down yet - understanding the time it takes to build a strong foundation first
Assessing your expectations around how much you will lose and when
Normalizing the emotions we experience and developing new coping mechanisms
The benefits of a higher protein breakfast - setting us up for success for the rest of the day
Join us tomorrow when we chat supplements with Dr. Olinca!

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

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Let's Talk Past Diet Experience and Expectations with Dr. Beverley David - Spring/Summer 2024 May 02, 2024

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In this episode, recorded on May 2, 2024, Gina talks past diet experience and expectations with Dr. Beverley David. Dr. Beverley is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She also holds a Ph.D. in Sleep Research (Insomnia) and a Master's in Health Psychology.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Dr Beverley, Clinical Psychologist
Food issues and associations - the effects the diet industry has had on us
Why it’s difficult to make change - understanding how change makes us feel
Learning to trust again - after the diet industry has broken our trust
Dealing with the scale and its effects on our thoughts
Assessing how you’re feeling at each step along the way
Utilizing Catch It, Cancel It, Correct It to redirect negative thoughts
Feeling worthy - do we feel deserving of success?
Having “all the things”, still not feeling worthy and where imposter syndrome comes in
Quote from Mary Morrissey
Addressing past traumas and focusing on the here and now
Prioritizing yourself now - how to ground yourself
The Livy Method is so much more than what to eat and when, it’s about honouring how we feel
Where to find Dr Beverley - www.yourpsychologycentre.ca @drdrbeverley
Dr Beverley’s final words - the struggle is worth it. Be calm, kind and compassionate.

Find Dr. Beverley:

https://www.yourpsychologycentre.ca/

@drdrbeverley

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness Weigh In Wednesday - May 1, 2024 May 01, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording of Weigh In Wednesday from May 1, 2024.

You can find the full video hosted at:

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

Topics covered:

Introducing Tammy Persson
Should you keep using the scale in Maintenance?
Tammy shares how the scale keeps her in “mindfulness mode”
Weighing in on the mindset of “forbidden foods”
Is there a difference between fearing and trusting?
Does self-sabotage exist in Maintenance?
Is self-sabotage different in Maintenance than in weight loss?
What’s coming up this week in M&M

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 10 - Spring/Summer 2024 May 01, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 10, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Have you done your vibe check today?
Why are you choosing to eat things that don’t fall in line with your goals?
Haven’t lost weight yet? That’s normal and here’s why
Here’s why you should use The Livy Method app
How to use indulging or overeating as a learning opportunity
How The Livy Method can positively impact your family
Do you manage stress with food?
Why it’s important to review the Welcome Guide
Our focus is helping people; the diet industry is focused on money
Feeling under the weather? We’ve got you covered
How to navigate The Program while travelling
How The Livy Method can help to end generational trauma associated with dieting
How to change your energy by focusing on what you’re doing well
Why each Program you do will be a different experience
Are your bowel movements all over the place?
What you can learn by weighing yourself every day
Have you listened to our new podcast yet?

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

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How to Utilize the Information with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 30, 2024

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Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about how to utilize all of the information at the beginning of The Program. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered: