Mastering Mindfulness Institute with Gina Worful, MS, RD
By Gina Worful, MS, RD
This podcast stands against outdated dieting norms, and teaches you how to step into sovereignty over your food choices and life.
Mastering Mindfulness Institute with Gina Worful, MS, RDFeb 02, 2023
Why You're Hungry and Think About Food All The Time
This is the biggest mistake I see even most nutritionists and dietitians make.
If you're feeling like every day is a fight, constantly battling with your food and your body, white-knuckling it through hunger and food obsession, then you are not alone my friend. Despite having extensive health and nutrition knowledge, I found myself in the same struggle, wondering why it felt like an uphill battle every single day. I was constantly hungry, thinking about food non-stop, and it seemed like achieving a balanced, healthy relationship with food was an impossible task. The biggest mistake I made, and that many other health professionals make, is approaching health and weight loss by cutting back on food and changing what you eat. This method creates difficulty in our bodies due to elevated stress hormones, and I want to break down the science behind it all and share a completely different approach that has transformed my own journey and that of my clients. Let's dive into the science behind hunger and fullness hormones and discover a more harmonious way to achieve a balanced and healthy relationship with food. Once you make the change, health will no longer feel like a daily war with your body but instead gentle and easy transformation.
Connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful
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Everything I Did to Heal My Health & Relationship to Food
In celebration of the 100th episode, I thought I'd share my crazy winding journey of getting answers about the truth with nutrition, healing my health issues, and finally coming into harmony with my food.
It has been a wild ride of mentors, programs, books, and many hours of self study to get here.
I hope my journey helps you find the next breadcrumb on your trail.
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Who Am I? Reigniting Your Inner Spark with Cris Redford
Do you ever wonder, "Who am I? Where did my inner spark go?" In this honest conversation, I interview transformation expert, Cris Redford on how we lose ourselves in life and how we begin the path to discovering who we really are. Cris Redford is an accomplished transformational life coach with a proven track record in guiding individuals through the process of self-discovery and personal growth. With a strong focus on reigniting inner sparks and facilitating fulfillment, Cris brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the conversation. Cris provides transformational coaching to explore the deeper layers of self-awareness, enabling them to embrace their true selves and lead more fulfilling lives. www.tlc-transforminglives.com Cris@tlc-transforminglives.com Instagram: @cris.Redford Instagram: @gina.worful
When Health Feels Like an Inner Tug of War
https://www.masteringmindfulness.institute/group In this episode, I answer the question.... "Why do I so badly want to be healthy.... but watch myself doing the opposite!?!?!" We dive deep into the interplay between our conscious and subconscious minds. I share a personal story of feeling like I had two competing forces within me when it came to my health goals. On one hand, my conscious mind wanted to get healthier. But on the other, I would unconsciously sabotage myself by making poor food choices. I felt frustrated, almost like I had multiple personalities! Have you experienced this internal battle? Through my own journey, I've learned how childhood experiences and core beliefs stored in our subconscious end up driving 95% of our behaviors.
Even when our logical mind knows better, these hidden drivers derail our best intentions.
My hope is that by shining light on the inner workings behind self-sabotage, you'll feel empowered!
This is a safe space to explore the root causes of struggles with food.
The goal is self-understanding and inner harmony, not getting stuck in surface-level quick fixes.
The Truth About Losing Control with Food and Getting Your Power Back
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Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/gina.worful/
In today's video I chat honestly about what to do when you know you should eat healthy, but find yourself sabotaging anyway. I've gotten some vulnerable calls lately from people feeling frustrated about losing control around food. I share the science behind why this happens: our brains seek food for safety when our nervous system doesn't feel secure. This isn't about willpower; it's that our body learned to use food to self-soothe. I explain the mind/body connection and why we lose touch with physical hunger cues when stressed. The good news is you can retrain your system! I share my personal journey and a healthier perspective focused on nurturing true mind/body harmony. There's no quick fix, but with self-compassion, you can get to the root and heal. Let me know in the comments if this resonates or you have any thoughts to add! What has your experience been in feeling empowered around food?
Unlocking the Ability to Communicate with Your Body with Taylor Longworth
Hey friend! I'm back with a soul-stirring conversation on today's podcast. Taylor courageously shares her journey of tuning into her body's wisdom and learning to trust her inner guidance. We dive into the messy middle of questioning limiting beliefs, feeling "terrifying" discomfort, and discovering alignment. Taylor explains how making space for emotions allowed her to process suppressed parts of herself. The breakthrough? Rebuilding trust with her body and mind. She now easily checks in daily by asking "What do you need today?" You'll learn how befriending anxiety and sensing into contraction vs expansion guides Taylor's relationships, career, and life choices. Leaning into the "rain" and having faith the "sun" remains transforms how she handles hardships. Let Taylor inspire you to commit to self-discovery! Her advice? Stay curious about resistance and lean into it. The magic unfolds when you show up for yourself. In this episode, you will be able to: 🌟 Unlock the power of self-discovery and find a deeper connection with yourself. 🌟 Learn to listen to your body's wisdom and harness its guidance for a more fulfilling life. 🌟 Overcome fear and discomfort, paving the way for personal growth and transformation. 🌟 Build unshakeable trust with yourself My special guest is Taylor Longworth ~ Taylor Longworth, a dedicated student of Mastering Mindfulness, brings her wisdom from her experience learning how to communicate with her body. Taylor's journey of self-discovery and mindfulness has led to a deeper understanding of the body's wisdom and the transformative power of listening to one's intuition. I hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation! http://www.masteringmindfulness.insti... IG: / gina.worful
Self Love Mastery with Jeremy Cameron
Join transformational coach Jeremy Cameron as he embarks on a journey to reclaim his worthiness, challenging conditional love to find true self-acceptance and unconditional love.
My special guest is Jeremy Cameron
Transformational coach, Jeremy Cameron, joins Gina in this episode to provide expert insights on the crucial topic of self-love. With a wealth of knowledge in unconditional love, Jeremy offers a comprehensive perspective on the concept, emphasizing its connection to personal freedom and acceptance. Through his extensive expertise, Jeremy enriches the conversation by shedding light on the importance of fostering genuine self-love, contributing valuable insights that resonate with individuals seeking to cultivate a deeper sense of self-acceptance.
Self Image: The Strongest Force Within You
Do you find yourself stuck with limitations and "I can't" when it comes to moving forward with your goals. In this episode we dive into the self image: known as the strongest force within us. When you change your self image, you open up new possibility.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover the power of mindfulness in shaping your mindset for achieving goals.
Uncover how self-image influences and shapes your behavior, as explained by Maltz.
Learn to distinguish between who we truly are and learned behaviors for personal growth.
Embrace the importance of positive self-affirmations in transforming your mindset.
Explore the profound impact of mindset on personal development.
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Dancing with our Patterns, Triggers, and Deepest Desires: with Kristi Worful
Hey friend! I'm back with another juicy convo - this time with my sister Kristi Worful. 🤗
We dive into the desire to distract ourselves from our deeper longings. Through non-judgmental curiosity and "dancing" with our patterns, we can unravel these distractions to meet our true needs and desires.
Today, on the Mastering Mindfulness Institute, I'm thrilled to have Kristi Worful, the founder of Songa, as my special guest. Kristi is deeply passionate about personal transformation and the exploration of human experience. Through Songa, she has created a space for individuals to delve into the depths of discovering their true selves and supporting their own evolution. With her unique perspective and insightful approach, Kristi brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to our conversation, offering valuable insights into uncovering our true desires and living authentically.
Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion with Kristi Worful.
IG: @songa_studio www.sangatribe.com IG: @kristiworful www.kristiworful.com IG: @Mastering.mindfulness
Beyond Surface-Level Love: Exploring the Depths of Unconditional Self-Acceptance
If you're feeling a deep, unfillable emptiness and trying to find love in external sources like food, social media, or substances, then you are not alone! The constant search for fulfillment outside of yourself only leads to endless cravings and a persistent sense of loneliness.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover the power of self-love to transform your life.
Deepen your connection with your body for greater self-awareness and acceptance.
Embrace and accept your emotions to experience inner peace and authenticity.
Navigate difficult emotions with self-compassion to build resilience and inner strength.
Fill yourself up with love and become more centered and whole within yourself.
Why Diets Don't Work - But What Does: Shifting from Restriction to Freedom
Discover the unexpected truth about traditional dieting and achieving self-empowerment. You won't believe what this podcast reveals about the dieting cycle. Are you ready to break free from the self-sabotage and shame? Stay tuned to uncover the path to true empowerment and mindful eating. This is not your typical dieting advice. Get ready to embrace a new perspective and take charge of your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. In this episode, we dive into: Overcoming self-sabotage and cravings for lasting change. Regulating your nervous system to feel empowered and in control. Exploring the mindfulness approach for sustainable, joyful eating. Learning to trust and understand your body's hunger and fullness cues. Embracing growth by shifting your identity towards a healthier lifestyle.
Costa Rica and the Path to Freedom
This has been quite a year. In this episode I share my intimate journey living in costa rica, the healing modalities I tried, the hard lessons it brought, and how I'm using it to deepen my mindfulness practices and relationship to myself.
Hope you enjoy, I'd love to hear if this resonates. Feel free to send me a DM in IG or your feedback here.
IG: @gina.worful
Working with the Ego with Rob Sirstins
Do you hear your inner critic loud and clear holding you back? Rob Sirstins, an expert in self-healing and empowerment, is here to share the truth about transforming the inner critic. Instead of silencing or defeating it, you can learn to understand and work with your inner critic to increase self-love, awareness, and radical responsibility. Join us and discover a new way to relate to your inner critic.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Explore the significance of self-love in the process of healing.
Delve into the partnership with your ego for deeper self-awareness.
Develop a sense of trust and security in coaching relationships.
Grasp the benefits of pinpointing desires and taking full responsibility.
Realize the impact of self-healing and personal growth on empowerment.
My special guest is Rob Sirstins
Rob Sirstins is an inspiring executive coach who specializes in helping individuals navigate through life's challenges and reach their full potential. As a former athlete, Rob understands the power of mindset and determination. However, he also knows firsthand the struggles of dealing with self-doubt and inner criticism. His journey of self-discovery and healing has led him to develop powerful strategies to assist others in overcoming their limiting beliefs and tap into their true potential. With a focus on self-love and inner healing, Rob has assisted numerous clients in transforming their lives and embarking on an empowered path of radical responsibility.
Book: Ego of the Warrior
Coaching: https://www.robsirstins.com/
A Sacred Relationship to Food and Plants with Stephen Brooks
In this episode, we get the experience the magic of plants and cultivating a sacred relationship to our food and where it comes from. There's no one better to interview than Stephen Brooks, ethnobotanist, founder of Punta Monda, and co-founder of Envision festival in Costa Rica.
IG: stephenrbrooks
Herbalism Course: https://www.ecoversity.org/herbalism-certification
Listener's discount: GINA8815
The Path to Mastering Mindfulness
Where am I on the journey? How do I progress to the next level?
Knowing the path can be incredibly helpful to get to the next level.
Overcoming Anxiety with Will Etheridge
Anxiety can be crippling... or it can actually be a portal into deeper self discovery. In this conversation, I interview behavior change specialist Will Etheridge on how to overcome anxiety.
As a relationship coach and speaker on human behavior, Will Etheridge is on a mission to empower people to break free from the mental prisons that keep them from realizing their true potential. Will is uniquely skilled at maximizing human potential and drawing out the genius within others.
Website: https://www.willetheridge.com/
For retreat inquiries, please send an email to gworful@gmail.com
Building the Discipline to Do Hard Things with Kelly Siegel
Could challenging ourselves to do hard things be the path to getting everything we want? In this episode I interview the Inspiring Kelly Siegel who has gone through a traumatic life of childhood abuse, growing up with drugs and alcohol, and chose to overcome his difficult path. In this episode Kelly shares his challenges and wisdom from the journey.
Harder than Life Book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=cm_cr_srp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Kelly Siegel Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/
Instagram: Kelly.Siegel.71
Overcoming The Fear of Having Everything You Want! with Kathleen
Do you feel like you have fears around getting what you want? Fears of judgment? Fears you might not succeed? Kathleen talks about her journey with overcoming her fears to experience growth on the other side.
Loving Yourself to Health
Shame and negative self talk is the most common way to motivate ourselves. But what happens when we use the power of love? ANYTHING is possible.
When The Body Can't Be Trusted
Why do we sometimes not trust ourselves around food? Why do we sometimes feel insatiable hunger? This happens when the mind turns against the body. Hunger becomes confusing. In this episode we go into what happens if we cannot trust our bodies around food and how to heal it so we can trust in our fullness again.
Thriving: How Good Could It Get? - with Marina Suholutsky
Thriving: How Good Could It Get - with Marina Suholutsky
Marina, PurposeBuilt Founder, spent over a decade in corporate America managing 30+ person teams & over $200M in software for IBM. She left corporate to follow her Purpose—which is to help people be intentional with their impact by living inspired lives.
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Wisdom from the Journey with Kathleen
Today I have a conversation full of knowledge and wisdom from someone who has walked the path from diet struggles to self mastery with Kathleen Mennillo.
Stepping Into Your Power with Jamie Sabat
How do we shed ancestral traumas and step into our power? This is how. This inspiring interview is with Jamie Sabat founder of Distill and Express.
IG: @distillandexpress
https://www.distillandexpress.com
New Season! Mastering Mindfulness Institute Launch!
The Mastering Mindfulness Institute got a rebrand! Here's a behind the scenes look at the process of bringing together the mastering mindfulness vision.
https://masteringmindfulnessinstitute.com/
Courage over comfort to find the truth of who I am
This month I've moved to Costa Rica, tried an extreme diet, and had my first ayahuasca ceremony. Here's what I learned when I chose courage over comfort to experience the truth of who I am.
Breaking through limits & beliefs - with Britt Lefkoe
Belief coach Britt Lefkoe dives deep into why the subconscious and conscious mind play a tug of war between what we want and why we resist it.
The Mind vs. The Body
What happens when we stop living in the mind and drop down into the body.
How Gut Bacteria Control Appetite & Weight
Science is now showing that the bacteria in our gut can control what food and how much you eat. In this episode I break down how bacteria can influence your ability to lose weight and exactly what to do.
Resources:
Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
Supplement Protocol: https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/gworful-healthy-gut-to-support-appetite-weight
Cortisol: the appetite regulator
Cortisol aka the stress hormone. It controls appetite and weight gain. In this episode we dive into the science of cortisol and what to do.
Conquering Cravings Masterclass: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/conquer-cravings
The Conquering Cravings Method
Overcoming food cravings feels like a war if you're using willpower. In this episode I'm going to share the secrets of The Conquering Cravings Method so you can effortlessly tame cravings and feel in control over your food and body.
Conquering Cravings: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/conquer-cravings
Secret discount code for my listeners: VIP30
Talking with Your Body
How I started to communicate with my body to tell me what to eat.
Conquering Cravings: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/conquer-cravings
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Your Relationship to Food is Your Relationship to Life
How to go from intense, controlling, and forcing your health into soft, nurturing, and flow.
Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
Navigating Trigger Foods
It can be hard when you want to heal your relationship to restriction but you also want to eat healthier. In this episode I break down how to navigate dealing with your trigger foods and my journey dealing with them.
Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
The Food Strategy for Cravings & Weight Loss
We talk a lot about emotions and stress and how that impacts our cravings and ability to lose weight... but what about food? The food choices you make and how you pair them are a huge piece to the puzzle. Today I break down the one really important food strategy: balancing out blood sugar.
Upcoming Mastering Blood Sugar Workshop: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/bloodsugar
Discount code: VIP30
Your Heroes Journey
This podcast is inspired by one of my favorite and most influential books: The Alchemist. This inspiring tale teaches us the path to our own inner journey.
To learn more about the Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
The Only Tool You Really Need
If I could pick only ONE tool for health... this would be it!
Why We Snack at Work
Do you ever wonder why you want to constantly snack at work? There's a scientific reason why and willpower won't fix it! I'll break down why this happens and what you need to do to take back your power.
Free Newsletter: 3-2-1 Nutrition Newsletter
Should I Intermittent Fast?
This has been a hot topic in the area of weight loss and longevity. Should you do it? How does that interplay with having a healthy relationship to food? I dive into my experience with intermittent fasting and what I do now.
How to Heal Emotional Eating
An intimate look at my journey to healing emotional eating.
For more details on the Mastering Mindfulness Institute
Finding Connection + Happiness
When you're on the search for happiness and connection with your body... this is the path.
Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
How to Put Yourself First and Practice Self Care with Jaime Mcfaden
Some days we know what we "should" be doing but we don't have the time and don't make ourselves a priority. This pulls us further and further from our true selves. Self care expert Jaime Mcfaden shares how moms can put themselves first and reconnect with themselves again.
What's the Word Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TrshI4M2mn959unHKjve1?si=3c3b21ae990343b9
Website: https://jaimemcfaden.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/WAVES-Self-Care-Village-Jaime-McFaden-ebook/dp/B0B2MQ8W8V
Do I Have to Go Into My Trauma to Heal My Relationship To Food?
This is a follow up from the previous podcast episode on what is trauma and how it impacts food choices. If you're feeling nervous about going into your trauma to heal the relationship with food today, don't worry... there are beautiful ways to heal this relationship - without re-experiencing trauma.
Learn more about the Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/masteringmindfulnessinstitute
Going Through Challenging Transitions & Grief with Paula Shaw
I get an intimate talk with grief specialist and life transitions coach Paula Shaw on how to realign your energy when going through a difficult life transition and grief.
PAULA SHAW, is a Life Transitions Coach and Grief Specialist. She is also a Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker and Media Host on her own show, Change It Up Radio with Paula Shaw.
How to Lose Weight & Get In Shape For Good
Sometimes the idea of self love and mindfulness can be scary.... "what if I just love myself as I am and never actually lose weight?"
It's a common thought process that keeps people trapped.
In this episode we break down the science of weight loss and what it truly takes to be successful.
If you're afraid of letting yourself down again
If you're procrastinating, afraid of failing, and all the self shaming... this is for you. Today we break down how to move through procrastination and fear of failure so you can have everything you desire in this life.
Why you don't feel in control over food
We dig into the science of why we get food cravings and lose control along with what to do about it!
To apply to the Mastering Mindfulness Institute
Going Into The Body To Heal The Relationship to Food with Jetta Blaine
I got the opportunity to interview the amazing Jetta Blaine on her intimate journey with eating disorders and learning to connect with her body.
To Find Jetta:
Moonflowerinsights.com
IG: @moonflowerkambo
To schedule a discovery call: Calendly.com/moonflowerinsights
Self Acceptance or Growth?
What do you do when you want to love and accept yourself but you also don't love how you currently are?
Mastering Mindfulness Institute: https://www.ginaworful.com/mminstitute
Releasing Energetic Scarcity with Raj Jana
On this week's episode we dig into how to create trust with your body so you can listen to which foods are resonating with you and what to do when you feel like you are in a scarcity place with food, money, and relationships.
When you want to give up
When it gets real.. the reality sets in.. this shit is tough. Here's how to keep going. Oh and here's my playlist that I use to connect with myself: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4don3tSiVJ11TOPSg4riWF?si=a203b4f62b5e4e25