PODCAST

Flourish

Claire Siegel

Health is about so much more than just food and fitness. Sleep, stress management, community, values, and so much more all factor into a holistic approach to authentic health. Join us each week as Claire Siegel offers practical tips and hosts insightful conversations to help you sustain healthy habits and nourish your body so you can Flourish in life. Claire offers information from an evidence-based, non-diet, weight-inclusive perspective. If that sounds good to you, subscribe to the Flourish podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
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Welcome to the Flourish podcast
Welcome to the Flourish podcast
Apr 4 2020
1 min
The effects of Zoom on body image
The effects of Zoom on body image
With the significant rise in video conferencing that accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic we also saw an increase in the amount of time we spend looking at ourselves on camera. Maybe you've experienced hours upon hours of watching your facial expressions, feeling weird eating on camera, and maybe having a new source of body image stress. For others, maybe being on Zoom lets you think less about your appearance and the return to in-person is aggravating your body image anxieties. Both of these experiences have been documented in the research. In this episode, Claire shares research on the effects of Zoom on body image and seven tips to combat the negative effects video calls may be having on you. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/zoom-body-image#transcript (View episode transcript) Links: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115001077226-Hiding-or-showing-my-video-on-my-display (How to hide your self view on Zoom) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
3d ago
25 mins
Flourishing: Hayley's story
Flourishing: Hayley's story
At Flourish our mission is to help women get healthy for good, and our members make the mission. In this episode, Claire interviews an amazing member, Hayley, who shares her story around food, health, and body image, and how Flourish fits in to her growth. If you're struggling with your approach to health or struggling with your body, we hope that through this interview you can really see yourself in our incredible members and know that food and body struggles don't have to be a foregone conclusion for you. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/hayleys-story#transcript (View episode transcript) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Nov 25 2021
38 mins
Building body trust during the holidays
Building body trust during the holidays
During the holiday season, you may feel worried or stressed about maintaining your health habits with all the traveling, holiday dinners, and general routine changes. In this episode, Claire talks about how you can build a strong foundation for sustaining your health habits during the holidays by cultivating more body trust. She breaks down the concept of interoception, finding satisfaction in your eating experiences, and much more. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/building-body-trust-during-holidays#transcript (View episode transcript) References: Download the https://drive.google.com/u/1/uc?id=1tOx5cVc5a2U8PRb_ObxROGAayMRg3-dr&export=download (hunger and fullness scale) Other holiday episodes: https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/034-dealing-with-family-diet-talk (Dealing with family diet talk) https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/029-food-guilt (Food guilt) https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/025-what-to-do-if-you-eat-your-feelings (What to do if you eat your feelings) https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/011-are-you-a-sugar-addict (Are you a sugar addict?) https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/how-to-not-freak-out-about-holidays (How to not freak out about the holidays) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Nov 19 2021
27 mins
My decade of diets, plus five takeaways
My decade of diets, plus five takeaways
Right at the start of the Flourish podcast, Claire shared the history of her decade of dieting, and it's one of our most popular episodes. Turns out struggles with dieting are more common than we'd hope. But this also means that if you are struggling with food and your body, you are not alone. And sharing your story or just hearing someone else's can increase feelings of connection and decrease feelings of shame. In this episode, Claire revisits the personal history that lead her to found Flourish and shares her top five takeaways from her experience. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/decade-of-diets-five-takeaways#transcript (View episode transcript) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Nov 12 2021
34 mins
Alex Snodgrass of The Defined Dish on cooking, body image, and her relationship with food
Alex Snodgrass of The Defined Dish on cooking, body image, and her relationship with food
Alex Snodgrass, New York Times best-selling author of "The Defined Dish," joins Claire to dig into her food philosophy, from how she defines "food freedom," to modeling a positive relationship with food for her daughters, to a peek inside the process of creating her forthcoming cookbook, The Comfortable Kitchen (https://thedefineddish.com/the-comfortable-kitchen/ (available now for pre-order)), and more. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/alex-snodgrass-defined-dish#transcript (View episode transcript) Links https://thedefineddish.com/the-comfortable-kitchen/ (Pre-order The Comfortable Kitchen cookbook), available in December Visit https://thedefineddish.com (thedefineddish.com) Follow https://www.instagram.com/thedefineddish/ (@thedefineddish) on Instagram Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Nov 4 2021
50 mins
Blood sugar mindfulness, insulin, and insulin resistance with Elizabeth Hatley
Blood sugar mindfulness, insulin, and insulin resistance with Elizabeth Hatley
In this episode, Claire is joined by Flourish nutrition coach and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor Elizabeth Hatley to discuss the basics of what blood sugar is, how it relates to insulin, insulin resistance, and diabetes, and how much effort we do (or don't) need to devote to managing our blood sugar to feel our best. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/blood-sugar-mindfulness#transcript (View episode transcript) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Oct 30 2021
23 mins
Other people's bodies are not conversation starters.
Other people's bodies are not conversation starters.
This episode started with https://www.instagram.com/p/CVA09vZgH3D/ (a social post). Body image is central to our work in Flourish, and it's been a hot topic in the news with pandemic body changes, the Facebook whistleblower trials, and celebrities speaking out about how others commenting on their bodies is harmful, even if they mean well. Impact is more important than intention. In this episode, Claire talks about what to do when other people comment on your body and what to do instead of commenting on other people's bodies. https://www.weflourish.com/podcasts/other-bodies-not-conversation-starters#transcript (View episode transcript) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Oct 21 2021
24 mins
How to stop relying on motivation
How to stop relying on motivation
In this episode, Claire addresses how you can reduce your reliance on motivation so you can engage in the behaviors that serve you, even when you don't want to. If you haven't already, go back to our podcast episode where Claire explains the six different types of motivation. Once you've gotten a better understanding of how motivation actually works, join us back here to tackle motivation from a different angle. References: https://www.jmir.org/2011/1/e30 (Supportive Accountability: A Model for Providing Human Support to Enhance Adherence to eHealth Interventions) Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to start your Flourish journey for free Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Aug 21 2021
20 mins
Six types of motivation
Six types of motivation
All too often we hear motivation referred to in a binary way: either you have it or you don't. This binary approach often leaves people waiting around for motivation to kick in before taking action or pursuing their goals.  In this episode, Claire talks about the six different types of motivation as a way to expand your perspective and inspire more action. If motivation is something you find yourself struggling with, this episode is for you! Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Aug 6 2021
19 mins
Pros and cons of Intuitive Eating
Pros and cons of Intuitive Eating
https://www.intuitiveeating.org/definition-of-intuitive-eating/ (According to its creators), Intuitive Eating is a "self-care eating framework, which integrates instinct, emotion, and rational thought." It was developed back in 1995 by two dietitians, Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, and is detailed in their book, https://bookshop.org/books/intuitive-eating-4th-edition-a-revolutionary-anti-diet-approach/ (Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Anti-Diet Approach), which outlines the ten guiding principles of the practice. While Intuitive Eating has gained a ton of traction over the years, it's worth noting that the practice of simply eating intuitively or just eating is actually our default as human beings—that is until things got a bit screwy (to say the least) with the advent of diets. We like to think of Intuitive Eating as an unlearning of diet behaviors and a relearning of what it means to eat as humans should. Sounds simple enough, right? Yes and no, which is why Claire digs into some of the pros and cons of Intuitive Eating in this episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to start your Flourish journey for free Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jul 23 2021
23 mins
Introducing body neutrality
Introducing body neutrality
Body positivity is the only way to be nice to your body... right? In this episode, Claire introduces the concept of body neutrality, how it differs from body positivity, and why we focus on body neutrality with our members. Instagram might tell you that all you have to do to improve your body image is tell yourself that you’re beautiful, but we all know it isn’t that simple. Claire understood the assignment, so she’s arming you with a few actionable strategies to turn negative body image thoughts into kinder, more compassionate statements about your body. Links: https://camillestyles.com/wellness/body-neutrality/ (Riley’s article) on the Camille Styles blog Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to start your Flourish journey for free Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jul 16 2021
20 mins
Wait, should you be "should-ing" on yourself?
Wait, should you be "should-ing" on yourself?
Girl, stop should-ing all over yourself... When Claire first heard this catchy phrase, it really resonated with her. Giving yourself the permission to stop living your life in service other peoples' opinions? Yes, please! Except...what about those "shoulds" that come from your own internal wisdom? When living in alignment with your values and pursuing a flourishing life, these types of "shoulds" are inevitably going to come up. In this episode, Claire explores the difference between external and internal "shoulds" while giving you a framework for determining whether or not you should be shoud-ing on yourself.  Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to start your Flourish journey for free Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jul 4 2021
20 mins
Post-pandemic body anxiety
Post-pandemic body anxiety
The pandemic has touched so much of our lives, including our body image. While the stay-at-home orders may have provided a welcomed break from body talk and anxiety for some women, body image issues have been ongoing and worsening for others. In either case, as more “post-pandemic firsts” begin to pop up—weddings, beach vacations, family reunions—body image anxiety is creeping up for many women as well. Maybe you’ve experienced body changes. Maybe you feel disconnected from your body. In this episode, Claire validates the experience of post-pandemic body image anxiety and offers actionable strategies for moving forward. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jun 24 2021
20 mins
And we're back! All the updates.
And we're back! All the updates.
In this episode, Claire talks about where she's been personally and professionally, our rebrand, and how the name "Flourish" perfectly reflects what we do and how our members grow. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jun 24 2021
14 mins
Is it ok to change your goals?
Is it ok to change your goals?
We're a few days into February, which means we've officially entered the Goal Graveyard. How many times have you gone from crushing your New Year's resolutions daily to a Super Bowl party or Valentine's Day dinner that marked the beginning of the end for your healthy habit goals? If you listened to our episode on New Year's resolution mistakes, you know how much we value sustainable goal setting. But what happens when life throws us a curveball or our goals are no longer serving us? In today's episode, Claire helps us evaluate our original goals and shares her approach to changing them when necessary.  — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Feb 11 2021
27 mins
Evaluating your relationship to alcohol with Amanda Kuda
Evaluating your relationship to alcohol with Amanda Kuda
In this episode, Claire sits down with alcohol-free lifestyle expert, Amanda Kuda. Amanda is a mindset and life coach, speaker and author living, working and playing in Austin, TX. As a coach, Amanda helps ambitious, soul-centered women renegotiate their mindset around drinking so that they can start living the lives they desire and deserve. She teaches a modern approach to personal development, self-actualization and spiritual enlightenment through the lens of elective sobriety. Links: Amanda's https://authenticallyamanda.com/mindfuldating (Mindful Dating) program Amanda's https://authenticallyamanda.com/alcoholfreedom (Alcohol-Freedom) program Keep up with Amanda on her https://authenticallyamanda.com/ (website) and https://www.instagram.com/authenticallyamanda/ (Instagram)! — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jan 29 2021
50 mins
Non-diet black and white thinking
Non-diet black and white thinking
We've all heard the saying before: "The world isn't black and white." But for most of us, seeing the world in gray isn't as easy at it seems.  In this episode, Claire defines black and white thinking and explores why we tend to want to mold the world into these boxes. This explorations helps to understand why the black and white nature of diets feels so tempting. Once we've understood how diets use this frame of thinking, she helps us to recognize these tendencies in our approach to non-dieting and how to avoid them.  — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jan 21 2021
18 mins
The urge to diet
The urge to diet
If your social media feed looks anything like ours, you're probably seeing loads of diet ads. This isn't unusual, especially in January. Diet culture is everywhere and it can be tempting to fall back into old dieting patterns.  In this episode, Claire explores the urge to diet and what to do with it. She asks challenging questions to help us approach this feeling with judgement-free curiosity. This process can help us to create intentional and thoughtful decisions around dieting while honoring our past experiences. — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jan 17 2021
16 mins
The dos and don'ts of meal prep
The dos and don'ts of meal prep
Meal prepping is one of the most common New Year's resolutions we see members strive for. But while the intentions behind meal prep may be positive, it is not a second nature habit. Meal prep might feel overwhelming, too time consuming, or you may just get sick of eating the same boring meal everyday. At Flourish, we believe in the power of meal prep. We believe it can help nourish one's body in a way that serves them and can actually be enjoyable. In this episode, Claire shares her dos and don'ts for meal prep so you can approach this habit in an exciting and sustainable way. — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jan 7 2021
22 mins
New Year's resolution mistakes
New Year's resolution mistakes
Studies show that 80% (yes...you read that correctly) of New Year's resolutions fail. Why is this? We know that resolutions are set with good intentions and that we don't set out planning to leave our goals behind.  Just because New Years Resolutions haven’t worked before doesn’t mean we have to give up on setting goals entirely. It just means we need to approach them in a different way. Whether you're crafting your New Year's resolutions or setting goals in general, this podcast episode is for you.  In this episode, Claire shares the common mistakes she's seen women make when setting goals and how to avoid them. — Program note: Hey, glad you’re enjoying the podcast! In this episode, you might hear Claire talking about Nutritional Freedom and Foundations. Since we launched the podcast in 2020, we've undergone a makeover to improve the membership experience. For more, listen to our "And we're back! All the updates!" episode. Keep up with all things Flourish. ✨ Use code https://app.weflourish.com/ (PODCAST) to get early access to the Flourish membership Follow https://www.instagram.com/weflourishapp (Flourish (@weflourishapp) on Instagram) Follow https://www.instagram.com/claire_siegel (Claire (@claire_siegel) on Instagram)
Jan 1 2021
24 mins
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