We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments!Navigating Health Challenges and Weight Loss: A Journey of CuriosityIn this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the challenges surrounding health and weight loss. They touch on health topics like energy, chronic pain, and physical limitations and then Monique shares her personal journey of weight loss, shedding 30 pounds by addressing underlying beliefs and staying curious. They emphasize the importance of understanding the 'why' behind health goals and making gradual, sustainable changes rather than drastic measures. Listeners are encouraged to look for 'low hanging fruit' and simple, actionable steps to improve health. The episode also touches upon overcoming plateaus and the significance of mental aspects in achieving long-term health and fitness success.00:54 Common Health Issues01:56 Weight Loss Journey04:05 Beliefs and Weight Loss09:37 Commitment to Change12:03 Achieving Goals and Staying Motivated16:58 Exploring New Possibilities19:10 Hiking and Personal Achievements20:03 Embracing the Athlete Identity21:56 Shifting Focus from Food to Experiences23:28 Finding Enjoyable Exercise27:10 Addressing Plateaus and Mental Shifts30:22 The Importance of Staying Curious34:48 Conclusion and Next Steps😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire📧Contact Monique at Siver Paw Studio#SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST