The Livy Method Podcast

In this special M&M guest expert episode, Gina welcomes Michelle Malloy, a Trauma Therapist specializing in hope and healing, for a timely conversation on compassion, especially when it comes to the way we speak to ourselves during change. As a trauma-informed therapist who believes hope is at the heart of healing, Michelle explains why being hard on ourselves can feel more natural than being kind, and how the different “parts” of us, the one striving to lose weight and the one trying to stay safe, can feel like they’re in conflict. Together, they explore how past wounds show up in everyday choices, particularly around food, and why weight loss is never just about what you’re eating. It’s an honest, nuanced discussion about grief, survival patterns, self-protection, and learning how to create a more compassionate relationship with yourself in the process.

Find Michelle:
Instagram: @peddlinghope
www.peddlinghope.com

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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In this episode, the hormone conversation continues with Dr. Olinca Trejo to unpack the real role hormones play in weight loss, from thyroid and insulin to stress, sex, and growth hormones, and why blaming one lab result rarely tells the full story. Together, Gina and Dr. Olinca explore how metabolism, fat storage, menopause, and aging intersect, why properly testing and understanding your thyroid matters, and what realistic expectations look like when it comes to hormone treatment and weight changes. With a focus on sustainable habits over quick fixes, the conversation empowers listeners to get curious, ask better questions of their healthcare providers, and understand their bodies on a deeper level so they can work with them, not against them.

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 contact Dr. Olinca at [email protected]
or find her on Instagram: @dr.olinca

You can find the full video hosted at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026
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In this bonus episode, Gina hosts a special Troubleshooting Edition of Late Night Live to support anyone who feels like they’re doing all the things… but not seeing the results they expected on the scale. Instead of pushing you to do more, Gina walks you through how to evaluate what you’re already doing, identify opportunities to level up, and uncover where small, strategic tweaks can create meaningful change.
She breaks down the difference between being busy and being effective, and explains why sustainable progress isn’t about doing everything, it’s about doing the right things for you.
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation!

This week, Gina is joined by the manager of the Weight Loss Program, Kim. Together, they remind listeners that maintaining is about more than just following a food plan. It’s about checking in with yourself, doing a daily “vibe check,” and recognizing the habits and beliefs that have shaped your relationship with food. From reflecting on bites that may or may not have been worth it, to calling out the lasting impact of diet culture, they keep it real about why consistency matters and why self-compassion is non-negotiable. They reinforce that the process is as much about rewiring your mindset as it is about what’s on your plate, encouraging listeners to trust the process, stay present, and remember that sustainable change comes from working with your body, not against it.

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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In this episode, Gina sits down with Sandra Elia for a powerful conversation about the difference between emotional eating and compulsive eating, and why that distinction matters more than people think. Together, they explore how restriction fuels the binge/restrict cycle, how loneliness and shame can trigger deeper patterns with food, and why self-judgment often keeps people stuck. Sandra shares candid insights from her own journey and explains why sustainable change isn’t just about what you eat, but how you think, cope, and care for yourself. It’s an honest, compassionate look at breaking the loop and finding a way forward rooted in awareness, support, and self-love.

You can find the full video hosted at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

Sandra is the founder of The Food Addiction Recovery Program and the author of "Never Enough: Three Pillars of Food Addiction Recovery".
Find Sandra Elia:
Instagram: @sandraelia.ca
www.sandraelia.com
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