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Say Less

Say Less

By Maryana Dvorska

Welcome to the say less podcast. Here we will be doing the opposite of saying less. We will discuss everything from body image, relationships, therapy, self acceptance, taboo topics, and real life questions (that I've yet to find answers to but would love to explore with you).
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Why all food is NOT created equally, problems with the bodybuilding lifestyle, food addiction, and healthy steps you can take to change your life - with Illie, the founder of Healthillie

Say LessOct 17, 2022

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Why all food is NOT created equally, problems with the bodybuilding lifestyle, food addiction, and healthy steps you can take to change your life - with Illie, the founder of Healthillie

Why all food is NOT created equally, problems with the bodybuilding lifestyle, food addiction, and healthy steps you can take to change your life - with Illie, the founder of Healthillie

In this episode I get to chat with Illie, the founder of an online store front that carries the cleanest brands out there, from supplements, to skincare products, cleaning supplies, and more.

We get to chat about so many different topics such as chronic health issues, unexplained diagnosis, lifestyle changes you can take to change your life, food addiction, and much more.

Shop Healthillie here: https://livehealthillie.com/

Oct 17, 202201:00:19
Gut Health, Periods, Birth Control, PMDD, and All Things Hormones with Dr. Paria - a Licensed ND

Gut Health, Periods, Birth Control, PMDD, and All Things Hormones with Dr. Paria - a Licensed ND

In this episode I chat with Dr. Paria, who's a licensed practicing naturopathic doctor. We discuss all things relating to hormones, including birth control, what is PMDD and how you can manage it, ways to improve your gut health, and of course PCOS. I personally found this episode so insightful!

You can find Dr. Paria on instagram linked here: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.paria/?hl=en

and if you're interested in working with her then follow this link: https://linktr.ee/doctorparia

thanks so much for being here! 



Sep 27, 202238:07
Binge Eating - Overeating vs. Binge Eating Explained, How to Stop Binging Once & For All, What to Do During a Binge, & more

Binge Eating - Overeating vs. Binge Eating Explained, How to Stop Binging Once & For All, What to Do During a Binge, & more

In this episode I chat with Lorna, who's a binge eating recovery coach. We talk about everything in regards to binge eating, including how to tell the difference between overeating and having a binge eating episode, what to do if you get the urge to binge, how to heal your relationship with food so that you no longer struggle with binge eating, and what is an appropriate amount to think about food on daily basis. We discuss the difference between feeling full and feeling satisfied, and even cover intermittent fasting.

you can find Lorna on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lornacosta_/

her podcast: https://sustainablehealthproject.com/podcast 

Sep 15, 202232:48
Mindset, Meditation, & Lifestyle Changes for Better Health with Autumn (@shesplantbased) - a Holistic Health Coach

Mindset, Meditation, & Lifestyle Changes for Better Health with Autumn (@shesplantbased) - a Holistic Health Coach

In this episode, I chat with Autumn, who's a holistic health coach that works with a variety of clients with different health concerns. We discuss everything from mindset, to lifestyle changes, meditation, hormone health, food choices, and so on. I love this episode so much and I hope you do as well.


You can find Autumn on Instagram: @shesplantbased 


thanks for being here! 

Sep 06, 202224:14
I'm back!! where I've been, whats to come, and answering all things health, hormone (PCOS), food, & wellness

I'm back!! where I've been, whats to come, and answering all things health, hormone (PCOS), food, & wellness

Hi, I'm back! in todays solo episode I discuss where I've been and whats in the future for this podcast, we also discuss all things relating to health and wellness, we dive a little into PCOS and hormone health, finding balance in your life, hitting rock bottom, & more.

thanks for joining me today!

Aug 25, 202218:56
How to let go of Fear and Control, why we people please, and more

How to let go of Fear and Control, why we people please, and more

Hi, I'm back! In today's solo episode we discuss fear, control, our people pleasing tendencies and why we have them in the first place. I talk about letting go of control and surrendering into your experience. Plus, I give a little update on where I've been these last few weeks! 

thanks for joining me today!

Jun 10, 202114:19
Feeling Sexy.. what does that mean & how to get there

Feeling Sexy.. what does that mean & how to get there

In today's solo episode we discuss sexiness..what is it? how we can connect with our sensuality, our bodies, and find confidence to present it to the outside world. Frankly the answer to feeling sexy is simpler than you think.

thanks for joining me today!

Apr 27, 202122:10
Hitting Rock Bottom, Breakup's, Dealing with Insecurities, and Learning to Love Yourself with Courtney King (the most vulnerable episode yet)

Hitting Rock Bottom, Breakup's, Dealing with Insecurities, and Learning to Love Yourself with Courtney King (the most vulnerable episode yet)

In todays episode I got to chat with a good friend of mine, and former miss bikini Olympia, Courtney King. We discussed her experience with the fitness industry, her struggles with digestion and hormone issues that followed, as well as body acceptance, eating disorders, and more. We also dove deep into relationships and shared some vulnerable stories. Join us as we talk about love, acceptance, navigating relationships and insecurities. 

Courtney's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneykiing/?hl=en


Apr 20, 202150:28
Top things I learned in therapy/how to stop anxiety & overthinking.. it's not that black & white

Top things I learned in therapy/how to stop anxiety & overthinking.. it's not that black & white

I had a really hard day.. here's what happened after, what I learned about myself, and how I get my brain to slow down when I'm overthinking. In this episode I discuss what's the most crucial thing I learned in therapy, how anxiety is a forever friend, and why this bad day was a big reality check. 

Apr 13, 202120:31
Diet Culture, Social Media, & Building Confidence in yourself with Emma Louisie
Apr 06, 202143:45
How to stop body checking, when is the right time to leave a relationship, & my self care routine

How to stop body checking, when is the right time to leave a relationship, & my self care routine

Welcome to our first listeners Q&A, we discuss all things from our body image to relationships and when is the right time to leave. As well as some self care tips and my opinion on finding your passion.

Mar 30, 202126:45
Body Image Struggles.. why weight loss didn't fix them, but what actually did

Body Image Struggles.. why weight loss didn't fix them, but what actually did

In today's episode we discuss body image. How it affects your life as a whole, your relationships, view of the world, and self love. Why my body image was at it's worst when I lost 30lbs and how I was finally able to fix it. We also discuss codependency, people pleasing, and eating disorders as I believe they all tie together. 

Mar 23, 202120:15
Is confidence what you really need? What i've learned in therapy, people pleasing, self acceptance, & moving forward

Is confidence what you really need? What i've learned in therapy, people pleasing, self acceptance, & moving forward

In this episode we discuss confidence, is it really what you're looking for? how you can get it, how you can accept yourself, please people less, and slowly learn to love yourself fully for who you are.


Mar 15, 202129:39
Fitness Journey.. Weight Loss, Binge Eating, & Body Image

Fitness Journey.. Weight Loss, Binge Eating, & Body Image

In today's episode we discuss my fitness journey, how I developed binge eating & body image issues, and how things got better. Trigger warning: this episode talks about sensitive topics in regards to eating disorders, binging/purging, and food restriction. 

Mar 10, 202123:26
The answer to jealousy is..

The answer to jealousy is..

In today's episode we discuss jealousy, why you may feel jealous in a healthy relationship, where it stems from, and what you can do to fix it. Tune in because the answers is.. in your hair (hear me out).

Mar 01, 202116:05
Say Less (but not really)

Say Less (but not really)

Welcome to the Say Less Podcast. Here we will be doing the opposite of saying less. We will discuss everything from body image, relationships, therapy, self acceptance, taboo topics, and real life questions (that I've yet to find answers to but would love to explore with you).


Feb 26, 202102:44