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Maintenance & Mindfulness Weigh In Wednesday - February 28, 2024 Apr 09, 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 February 28, 2024.

You can find the full video hosted at:

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

Topics covered:

Introducing Rose Marie
Discussing Rose Marie’s journey
It’s never too late to lose weight- discussing the concept of reverse engineering
Rose Marie enjoys a better quality of life after completing The Program
How to eat for increased movement
Do you have to be more mindful on days you exercise?
What Rose Marie’s version of Personalizing the Plan looks like
Rose Marie shares how exercising with a rebounder trampoline can help with bowel movements
It can take some time for loose skin to tighten after weight loss
The importance of staying playful as you age
Tomorrow is Leap Day! Make the most of this extra day
There is no end date for maintenance
Gina’s vision for a third group after maintenance
The support of the group remains important throughout different seasons in your life

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The Tweak This Week - Winter 2024 - Week 7 Apr 09, 2024

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Join Gina and Program Manager Kim as they answer your questions and break down the tweak that we see in The Program this week. This is the live recording from February 28, 2024.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

If you are here at this point in the program, let's celebrate that!
Overview of the Week 7 tweak: three days of maximizing followed by four days of feeding the metabolism.
Don't overthink it! Split the meals and snacks that you can. It's only for four days!
Set timers for your meal splitting and check in with how you are feeling for the second portion.
Token bites: an option for how to handle those times you are not hungry for it.
On a plateau? It may be time to lean into maximizing all the things.
What are you being most consistent with?
How to not over-complicate the splitting of meals and snacks.
Take time to review the Proteins, Carbs and Fats post. Make your choices nutrient-rich!
Learn to feel satisfied with how much you are eating and how you feel.
Make yourself the priority: it's only for four days!
Set yourself up for success with a plan for your day!
Satisfaction: it's about how you feel in the moment and what you can adjust for next time.
Trusting the bigger picture of knowing when to eat, what to eat and how much to eat.
The components of the meals and snacks stay the same even while splitting some of them up.
It's really about you and the efforts you are making to prioritize yourself!
Tips for following the program during Ramadan.
Eating to satisfaction is not about controlling and manipulating portions!
Final tips: do what you can - set timers, ask questions, make yourself a priority and HAVE FUN!

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Livy Method Day 52 - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 52, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

How Feeding the Metabolism works
Scale hasn’t moved yet? Review the 4 Main Reasons discussion with Dr. Paul and check in with your doctor
How to approach this week’s tweak
Don’t forget to support your body in detox
The importance of focusing on the current day- don’t future trip!
Try to keep an open mind about this tweak and do the best you can
The Program gives you the knowledge to understand your body
Supporting your body during your menstrual cycle
How to decide if you should implement the sickness protocol
Working with your healthcare provider
Visualizing your end game- what habits do you need to implement to get to that place?
Returning members- do you dislike this week? Reflect on why
Can protein boost metabolism? How different protein sources benefit your body
You still have to have token amounts of your second portion even if you aren’t hungry- timers can help
Debunking myths about fish and toxins
Where there’s a will, there’s a way- do your best when off routine
Sharing the benefits of The Program with your family
Scale slow to move after indulging or bouncing up and down? Time to dig a little deeper
Feeling hungrier this round? How to troubleshoot
How to use the Maximizing Your Efforts Checklist to get more in tune to your body

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Spill the Tea - Winter 2024: Week 7 with Kristie Boyd Apr 09, 2024

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This is the live recording of the Spill the Tea session with Gina and Special Guest Kristie Boyd.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Kristie Boyd @ Intro
Kristie's goals when she first got started @ 2:24
The curve balls that life throws your way; you can do hard things @ 3:41
Deciding to see the doctor when the scale isn't moving @ 7:01
Kristie shares, looking back and knowing why it all now makes sense @ 9:35
Knowing you have done everything you could have done @ 11:23
Where is Kristie at now in her journey? @13:41
Doing what you can and knowing that things will get better @ 15:04
Kristie discusses why she is still here; The Livy Method and healing from the inside out @ 15:35
Having the community to support her along her journey @ 16:35
Getting set back on your journey and managing all those feels @ 17:12
Kristie shares what she has learned and coming to this process with insecurities @ 19:47
Dr. Beverley's chat: learning to love that you woke up this morning @ 21:38
Today may be a baby step day, but you are still going forward @ 24:12
Kristie shares her favourite guest moment after being here for 10 programs @ 24:41
Advice from Kristie on this week's tweak and Feeding The Metabolism @ 28:01
Kristie shares her favourite weeks as she has progressed through her journey @ 30:01
Here are some tips from Kristie for members moving forward @ 32:02
Kristie discusses how focusing on all the non-scale victories has been so important for her @ 36:01
Ask all the questions; there are no silly questions @ 36:32

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Let's Talk Body Image and Self-Talk with Dr. Beverley David - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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In this episode, recorded on February 27, 2024, Gina discusses body image and self-talk 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/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Introducing body image, self-talk and the thoughts we carry around
10-30 % of Men, 20-40% of women report being dissatisfied with their body type
Developmental psychology and at what age does it all begin
We are human sponges, the role of social media and magazines
Growing up seeing and confirming bias and beliefs
Dieting and how do you perceive your body?
Body Image over your lifespan
Self-esteem and self-worth; waiting on your weight to start your life
Sitting and enjoying the magic happening in the moment, stop comparing ourselves
Body image versus negative self-talk and how they are intertwined
You are more than what you look like!
Thinking negatively, feeling negative and the impact on your life
Doing!!! Start to enjoy life
Body positivity movement and how it got tied into weight
Feeling judged and feeling attacked, and becoming very sensitive to comments
Spend time with yourself and be caring, be compassionate and be curious
Capture and notice when words hurt, and ask yourself if you can replace those words
How do you know if you have body dysmorphia?
Are you able to accurately assess yourself
Focus on feeling good in your clothes, matching your clothes to your personality, not your body
What can you do right now to shift the dialogue to a more positive one?
Turning the volume up on other things, think differently to do different
Practice being more mindful and present
Re-learning to experience body positivity
Be aware of how much time you spend on social media
Using your body for moments of joy because your body is so amazing
Catch your emotions and look at how they are impacting you
Things you want to be on the lookout for that may indicate you could use some extra support
You are worthwhile, slow and steady wins the race

Find Dr. Beverley:

https://www.yourpsychologycentre.ca/

@drdrbeverley

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Maintenance & Mindfulness - February 26, 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from February 26, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

We're posting Monday's Gina Live poster on Sundays. Did you add your questions?
Dr Paul's discussion on aging led to deeper questions about happiness.
How are you prioritizing yourself now that you are in Maintenance?
Defining contentment and happiness for you.
When designing the life of your dreams, there's something to be said for growing and evolving rather than always chasing something.
Now what? You're here in Maintenance so who do you want to be now?
Eating in tune to your body's needs is not about portion control and manipulation.
Why it is so hard to sustain & maintain when you haven't been in tune with your body's needs in the first place?
Age is not a determining factor: Our body, at any age, is not looking to store fat.
How habits play more of a role in our journey than we may think.
Taking fitness to a new level? It's about the right foods at the right time.
Hunger after workouts? Pay attention to maximizing your food choices consistently.
It's normal in Maintenance to see our weight fluctuate within a set-point range.

Join us for our next live on the Weight In Wednesday at 4pm EST.

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Livy Method Day 50 - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 50, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

The benefits of the transition to Spring while doing The Program
The importance of knowing how we want to feel. Have you thought about how you truly feel in your body right now and why you want to make change?
It was a fantastic conversation last Friday with Dr Paul - we discussed anti-aging and being truly happy. If you missed it, catch it on our Weigh In with Gina podcast
Navigating dinners out with friends when you’re feeling like you don’t want to share what you’re doing, having to explain yourself and the decisions you’re making
Determining if it’s possible to reach your goal with the time remaining in this round of The Program
When people around us start to notice we’re looking different but we’re not seeing it in ourselves yet
Navigating The Program through pregnancy and what cravings are telling you about the importance of healthy fat
Supplement advice when travelling
Diving into muscle vs fat and if there’s truth to muscle weighing more than fat
How the momentum builds in the back half of The Program
Realizations of the weight we’ve been carrying - ah ha moments when we see equivalents of what we’ve lost, a 40lb backpack, 10lbs of butter, etc.
The importance of truly loving ourselves right now, regardless of where we are in our journey. Be sure to join us for our chat with Dr Beverely tomorrow where we’ll be discussing body image and self-talk
Recognizing where you’re at and what you don’t want are equally important to knowing what you do want
Understanding when you may have food sensitivities and gut health issues
When we’re not feeling happy with our life, looking at what ‘happy’ is for each of us
When well-meaning friends and family tell us we should do a different diet when they know we’re following The Livy Method
Having faith and creating happiness from within
The work isn’t in losing the weight with The Livy Method, it’s in the internal work you’re doing along the way
Looking ahead at Week 7’s tweak - Maximizing & Feeding the Metabolism. Join Gina and Kim, chatting about this week’s tweak Live on Wednesday

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Maintenance & Mindfulness Live with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND - February 23, 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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In this special edition of Maintenance and Mindfulness Live Gina Livy talks with Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal about aging and happiness. This is the live recording from February 23, 2024.

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

Topics covered:

From Surviving to Thriving: Making the shift happen in Maintenance and Beyond.
Creating a roadmap for being as healthy as possible as we age.
It's a different conversation when we consider reactive versus proactive medicine.
The goal is getting to optimal health, not just managing disease.
Envisioning a healthy future: what is the quality of your life in 1 year? 5-years? 10-years?
Dr. Paul talks about creating a personal plan that challenges both brain and body.
Checking in with your expectations of aging: what are your limiting factors and limiting beliefs?
Getting perspective and adjusting our expectations as we age.
Optimizing ourselves where our physical and mental capacities align.
Are we copping out on ourselves? We might want to reflect on this and change our mindset to age optimally.
How bad do you want it?
Getting honest about happiness: many of us look to external attributions rather than those found within.
Dr. Paul shares the three ingredients to happiness: enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning.
A key component of optimal aging and health is the kind of happiness that keeps us steady through tough times.
Assessing quality of life versus just getting old.
Our habits matter: Good healthy habits are key to being happy.
Putting our lives in order: make healthy, happy habits a priority.
Sure there are supplements to take but our mindset, functionality, and happiness will add years to our life.
Creating a reflective space: bring mindfulness to this topic and journal about your vision to age optimally.

www.paulhrkalnd.com

@drpaulhrkl

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Livy Method Day 47 - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 47, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

We're happy you're here! Wherever you are at on the Program, ask all the questions as you move forward!
Weight loss is based on momentum.
What to do when you have reached your goal weight.
Should I be worried if my weight has been slow to lose?
The small things you do really add up!
The backend of the program is a great time to dig deep. There is a lot of time left to lose the weight!
Old habits die hard which is why it's important to be proud of yourself and celebrate all of the small changes.
Movement matters! Getting your steps in daily can help you feel great.
Check out our Expert discussions! Our guests are amazing and the conversations will help you level up!
Finding the glimmers of joy in the small things that matter.
These small moments will save you.
It doesn’t have to be messy! There is a start and an end, and you get to decide how you frame the middle.
Leaning into and noticing our difficult patterns can reveal how we sometimes make things harder for ourselves.
The Queen of Making Things Hard.
Doing the imperfect, perfectly!
Will I lose the weight even with all my health issues?
When you have hope, you can see where you are going.
You showed up today and we are sending big love out to anyone struggling with life!
There is never a silly question! We are here to support so please ask all of the questions you need to!
It's hard to break old coping mechanisms.
Going beyond the A-Ha moment.
Hydration levels will fluctuate for many reasons. Here's when trace minerals may help.
Don't get stuck on what worked in the past; bring Fresh Eyes to your current situation.
If you are having a hard time getting the scale to move, dig deep into the upcoming tweaks!
It's so much more than what you eat and when. Gina shares some final thoughts for the weekend ahead.

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

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Let's Talk Working Through The Messy Middle with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about working through the messy middle of The Program.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Let's talk about normalizing the Messy Middle with Dr Deena Kara Shaffer.
Challenge by choice: messing up on purpose to recalibrate yourself.
Why is the messy middle so uncomfortable? Steps we can take define it, honour our language, and resource ourselves.
Let's get real and curious about the struggle bus.
How an approach of curiosity, not fear, about the struggle bus can transform our relationship with ourselves.
You are not the problem and it isn't your fault!
Goalsetting methods: there is more than one way to go about setting goals that will get you to where you are going.
Experimenting and investigating to discover what works for you.
When the struggles come, it's time to grow!
How we can turn everything into a problem to solve and when that leads to cycles of coping.
It's okay if things feel different from what you expected. How preparation plays a role in managing expectations.
Quit or grit? How do I do tenacity when life is hard?
Are we putting a lot of pressure on ourselves to calm down when we are angry?
Being exactly as you are, including the big feels, is an invitation to get curious.
When we are outcome-oriented, we often miss out on life on the way to our destination.
Glimmers versus Gold.
Celebrating together: check out the Midway Motivation post in the Facebook Support Group.
Where does motivation come from?
You may need to change what success means for you.
The gift of the Messy Middle and why it's important to look at how far you've come already.
Now what? Is there an end to the Messy Middle?
When it gets harder than you can bear, what's in your toolbox?
The Program is 91 days. There is a clear start and finish. You will reach your goal!
It can't be comfortable when you are making change. By definition, change is uncomfortable!
Where to find Dr. Deena Shaffer, sign up for her newsletter, and purchase her book "Feel Good Learning"