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Losing It with Susan | Weight Loss for Mature Women

56 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

You can feel smart AND sexy, even in menopause. Each episode Susan shares practical and spiritual tools so you can lose the weight, take back control over your mid-life experience, and learn to love yourself again in the process. It’s time to lose weight and gain “ahas!”

I’m Susan Collum, a certified life coach and an expert in holistic nutrition, women’s hormones, and weight loss. I took all my own tools & techniques and applied them to myself and to my clients to lose the extra mid-life weight. We've lost the pounds and (most of) the hot flashes. I feel better now, in my mid-50s, than I ever have. So can you!

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Episodes

The Problem is Not Your Body | Ep #41

March 01, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 41.6 MB

Do you blame your body when it doesn't respond the way you think it should? You are doing everything right, watching what you eat, exercising more, but it seems it's just not working. The first thing you think is, "Something is wrong with my body!" Today I'm talking about how that victim mentality is holding you back, and how to change your thinking to change your life and your weight. I'm Susan Collum, the mature woman's weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and s...

Honoring Your Seasons | Ep #40

November 30, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MB

Your body has seasons just like Nature does. We don't yell at the sun for setting each day but we sure do get down on ourselves for the changes in our bodies. What if you were to love your body as it changes through the Winter, the Summer, and through the different seasons of your life? I'm sharing today about how to be in tune with your body's natural rhythms to experience more healthy balance. You can feel grace and gratitude as you flow with your seasons instead of fighting against them. ...

Creating Your New Body Identity | Ep #39

June 22, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MB

Sometimes people lose the weight they wanted to, but then they gain it all back later! To avoid this, you want to make sure your internal identity matches who you now want to be and how you want to look. Without this piece in place, you may revert to old habits and old thoughts that keep you from losing and maintaining your healthiest weight. You would be well served to create a new identity that will support you in losing the weight and keeping it off. I'm Susan Collum, the mature woman's...

Surrendering to Your Journey | Ep #38

June 08, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38.9 MB

What would it be like to surrender to your own unique weight loss journey? True surrender is about strength, acceptance, and flowing with the present experience. Not fighting what is, but instead willing to go with whatever experience is happening right in this moment, while you move towards something even better. The experience of surrender can bring more peace and even more weight loss to your journey. I'm Susan Collum, the mature woman's weight loss coach, and this is where I share all ...

Weight Loss Mistakes You Don't Have to Make | Ep #37

May 25, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MB

Today I'm talking about the top 5 most common mistakes I see women make, whether they are actively working on weight loss or in maintenance. I share these weight loss mistakes, how to avoid them, and tell you what to do instead. I'm Susan Collum, the mature woman's weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I'll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lose the extra weight and reba...

Just Start Already! The Art of Decision Making | Ep #36

May 11, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 44.3 MB

I see you! You think about losing weight, you talk about getting healthy, but you just don't make the changes you need to. Today I'm talking all about decisions, especially about how to make the decision to finally start and stick to your weight loss plan. I'm Susan Collum, the mature woman's weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I'll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lo...

Going Gray for My Birthday | Ep #35

April 27, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

I have made what feels like a gigantic decision. I’m letting my hair go to it’s natural gray color. No more coloring my hair. It’s been a crazy journey so far, full of mind drama. In this episode I share all the behind-the-scenes, bare my soul, vulnerable look at my crazy brain as I am growing out my gray hair. If you are curious about what made me choose this, if you’re thinking about it for yourself, or if you’ve already done this, maybe especially if you would never do this, this episod...

Advice Collum Bonus #14 - 3 Generations of Advice

April 20, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

I have a brand new Advice Collum bonus episode for you today. As always, I’m joined by my Mom, known as Nona, and my daughter, Danica, and we give you 3 generations of advice. We are answering your questions, this time about people who don’t do what you want them to, friends who make rude comments, and sex. Yes, sex. Do you think we 3 are comfortable talking about sex? Find out right now. Stay past the outro if you love our out-takes.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss co...

Limit Your Food Options Without FOMO | Ep #34

April 13, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MB

Limiting your food options can bring you more freedom instead of less! Listen in to learn how it could benefit you, especially if you worry about the foods you are missing out on. It turns out that having less options and limiting yourself can make your life and weight loss experience even better. I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your ...

Mistake or Catastrophe? The Way You See It Matters | Ep #33

March 30, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 31.9 MB

We all mess up on our diet plans. It’s part of everyone’s weight loss journey. How you view those missteps, what you do after those missteps makes all the difference for your weight loss success. If you have ever beaten yourself up and think it’s a huge catastrophe when you go off your eating plan, listen in to this week’s episode. You'll find out how to navigate those mistakes in a healthy, productive way instead. I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I...

What to Do When Your Family Isn’t on Board | Ep #32

March 16, 2021 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

How many of you have gotten resistance from your own family about losing weight? I promise, you don’t have to divorce your spouse or abandon your kids to reach your goal weight. Today I’m going to help you understand what’s really going on when your family doesn’t support your weight loss plans, and I’ll tell you exactly what to do so you can focus on your goals with or without their help.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practic...

How to Use Visualization for Faster, Easier Results | Ep #31

March 02, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

You may think visualization is just another woo-woo thing that has no place in your weight loss journey or on a weight loss podcast. I can’t wait to show you how you might be incorrect about that! I’m going to take it out of the woowoo and into the practical. Today I talk about why visualization is another amazing tool to get to your healthiest weight easier and faster. Stay through the end because I also guide you through a visualization you can use right now.   I’m Susan Collum, the ma...

Advice Collum Bonus #13 - 3 Generations of Advice

February 23, 2021 15:00 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

We are back!  It’s another episode of the Advice Collum, and this time Danica, Nona and I are answering your questions. Tune in to hear 3 generations of advice. Find out which one of us is “hard to deal with,” why Nona is putting someone’s head in the toilet, and so much more…. Be sure to stay past the outro if you love our out-takes.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for...

Asking for Help. The Sure Fire Way to Success. | Ep #30

February 16, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MB

It turns out that asking for help is the absolute best, sure-fire way to reach your weight loss goals. I have really struggled with asking and allowing others to help me, but I’m learning what a mistake that is! In this episode I share my journey, what I’ve learned, and how asking for help allows you to show up for yourself and align your energy for more and faster weight loss.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiri...

Wanting To Lose Weight Isn’t Frivolous or Vain | Ep #29

February 02, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 33.2 MB

There is so much judgment when it comes to our bodies and our weight. Some people think losing weight is wrong. Unimportant. Stupid. It’s self-hate, they say. What I’ve learned is that wanting to losing weight is not just about getting thin. It’s about so much more than that. It’s deep. Listen in to learn why wanting to lose weight is not frivolous or vain, but can instead be your greatest act of love.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share al...

The Modern Woman’s Guide to “Dieting” | Ep #28

January 19, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

You and I have internalized a lot of diet rules from the past that aren’t serving us anymore. They don’t work, and we don’t need them to succeed. In fact, they are holding us back. So today we are going to upgrade the paradigm. Uplevel the rules. I present to you, the Modern Guide that will truly allow you to lose weight and keep it off.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds ...

New Year - New Habits. How To Create the Habits You Need To Lose Weight. | Ep #27

January 05, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 45.5 MB

Happy New Year! One of the things I most want this year to bring to you is new habits. This is your time to finally lose that stubborn weight and keep it off forever. To do that, you must create new supportive habits. Habits that work for you instead of against you, over the long term. Listen in to hear all the secrets to creating the habits you need to lose weight.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools t...

Enjoy Your Holiday, Food and All! | Ep #26

December 22, 2020 15:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MB

Don’t be a killjoy. You create the feelings of joy for yourself. It’s not up to your family, or your food, to bring you joy. You can create it! No matter what your holiday season looks like this year, you can experience more joy. Enjoy your holiday, your family, and your food too.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your...

Say Hell No to Overwhelm | Ep #25

December 08, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MB

I hate feeling overwhelmed, don’t you? It feels terrible. Especially at the holidays, many of us feel even more overwhelm than usual. It seems like it just takes us over, and it can ruin the fun of the season. How can you approach the holidays without being overwhelmed? This is the question I asked myself, and on this episode I share some simple solutions so you can say “Hell no!” to overwhelm.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the pr...

Advice Collum Bonus #12 - Drunk Collumnists

December 01, 2020 15:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MB

Drunk Collumnists? In this episode of the Advice Collum, we grab a cocktail and hit record. Danica, Nona, and I talk all about our drunken adventures. It’s particularly ridiculous because we aren’t big drinkers! Pour a glass of wine and listen in for 3 generations of confessions and advice about drinking the hard stuff. (Out-takes are after the outro!)

Eat My Favorite Foods and Still Lose? Yes, Please! | Ep #24

November 24, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 41.4 MB

Does eating your favorite foods and still lose the weight sound good to you? In this episode, you’ll find out that what it really takes to lose weight is being able to enjoy the treats you love. Without binge or frenzy eating, without losing control, but with complete trust and confidence in yourself. Find out how you can enjoy that cupcake and lose weight too.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to los...

How Sugar is Sabotaging Your Goal | Ep #23

November 10, 2020 15:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

Give me some sugar! In this first of a two part series, you will learn just how sugar, flour and alcohol are sabotaging your weight loss goal, and how to reduce them for your best health. But don’t worry! In the next podcast I’ll be sharing how to fully enjoy those treats on a regular basis. Come along, you are going to feel fabulous!   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for...

Advice Collum Bonus #11 - When We Celebrate

November 03, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

Celebrating! I’ve got my daughter, Danica and my mom, known as Nona, here with me for this Advice Collum bonus episode. We share the fun celebrations we’ve had, a few of the disastrous ones, and of course we give you our best of 3 generations of advice, all about celebrating yourself. Stay through the outro if you love our out-takes!   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for ...

How to Manage Weekends, Evenings, and Holidays | Ep #22

October 27, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

What is it about evenings, weekends and holidays that we tend to overeat and feel more out of control with our food? For most of us, we struggle more with losing or maintaining weight at these times. They are each a little bit different and I have a different approach to solving each one of them. Listen in to end the weekend, evening, and holiday struggle for good.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to...

Celebrate Your Way to a Healthier, Happier You | Ep #21

October 13, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Celebrate yourself! In this episode you'll learn why it’s so important to celebrate all along the way of your weight loss journey, and how to celebrate in the best way for you. I know the power of acknowledging and celebrating even the little successes, and I’m excited to share the secret of using this tool to create the healthiest version of you.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-li...

Advice Collum Bonus #10 - We Are Rich

October 06, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MB

This is your Advice Collum bonus episode. Today Nona, my mom, and Danica, my daughter, and I are talking about abundance. In what ways do we feel rich, and in what ways maybe not so much? You’ll hear us all do a rampage of appreciation, and be sure to stay through the outro if you’d like to listen to the out-takes.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you...

Don’t Be a Quitter. This Is How to Stick to Your Weight Loss Plan. | Ep #20

September 29, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MB

Stop quitting on your weight loss plans! In this episode I’m explaining all about how to stick to your plan instead, so you can reach your weight loss goal. I’m going to help make sure you never quit on yourself again.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lose the extra weight and rebalance ...

Your Abundance Mindset and Weight Loss | Ep #19

September 15, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MB

Most of us do not have an abundance mindset. We have what’s called scarcity thinking. Those sneaky scarcity thoughts are limiting you. They are holding you back and keeping you stuck. Creating an abundance mindset will help you create the life you really want. More money, better relationships, more time to do the things you love, and the health and weight loss you desire. So let’s dive in because who doesn’t want all that, right?   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach...

Advice Collum Bonus #9 - How We Are Aging

September 08, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

Welcome back to the Advice Collum. As always, I have my daughter Danica and my mom, known as Nona, joining me to talk about how we are aging. We discuss why it’s hard and why it’s awesome to get old, and we give our 3 generations of advice for you, all about aging.    I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you ...

Snack Attacks! How to Stop Them in Their Tracks | Ep #18

September 01, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MB

Those pesky snack attacks. Snacking is a big part of the reason many of you gain weight or sabotage your weight loss. You might think snacking is harmless, but I say it’s not, especially in mid-life. Your noshing may be keeping you from your healthier, ideal body.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you ca...

Embracing the Experience of Aging | Ep #17

August 18, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

The truth is we are all aging every day, we have been since the day we were born. For some of you, the thought of aging creates a great deal of fear, stress and anxiety. In today’s episode I explore the feelings around aging for mid-life women. How can we embrace this experience instead of fearing it or stressing over it?   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll h...

Advice Collum Bonus #8 - Our Men Have Feelings Too

August 11, 2020 14:00 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MB

We have a very exciting Advice Collum bonus episode for you today. Of course I have my mom, Nona, and my daughter, Danica chatting with me. This time we have another guest with us, my son, Jameson! He joined us for this extra special episode to talk about men and emotions and what it’s like to be a more sensitive guy, with more yin energy, in today’s world. Listen in to hear our discussion and get all of our advice on living with or being a sensitive man. Stay tuned past the outro for outtak...

Intermittent Fasting May Be Right for You, Too! | Ep #16

August 04, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MB

Everyone is talking about Intermittent Fasting. What the heck is it and why would anyone do it? Join me to learn what it is, how it works for weight loss, and why you may want to try it.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lose the extra weight and rebalance your hormones, naturally.    ...

Eating for All the Wrong Reasons | Ep #15

July 21, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 41.5 MB

If you are like most of us, you probably overeat to avoid the “bad” feelings. This causes weight gain and/or stops your weight loss progress. Learn how to stop your emotional eating, and how to process your emotions instead of turning to food. It turns out you are eating for all the wrong reasons!    I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of ...

Advice Collum Bonus #7 - We Love Our Thighs

July 14, 2020 14:00 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MB

Welcome to the next Advice Collum bonus episode where I have my daughter and my mother talking with me about our thighs. We do not always love our thighs. Nona says hers are “blowing in the wind.” Listen in to hear how we’ve learned to love our more challenging body part, and get 3 generations of advice on how to love any body part you may be struggling with.    I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose...

Counting Calories? There’s a Better Way to Lose Weight | Ep #14

July 07, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

Do you track and count every calorie you eat, hoping that if you restrict your calories enough you’ll finally lose the weight? I never ever count calories! I have no idea how many calories I eat in a day. Listen in to find out why counting calories isn’t something I recommend, and learn a better way to get long lasting weight loss results.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pound...

Love Yourself Now to Lose Weight Faster | Ep #13

June 23, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MB

To lose weight faster and permanently, you have to be willing to love yourself at the weight you are right now. Listen in to find out how to love your body today, just as it is. You’ll learn a great technique to have gratitude for the body you have now, while you also create the future body of your dreams.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take con...

Advice Collum Bonus #6 - What We Eat

June 16, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 70.3 MB

It’s time for another Advice Collum Episode, where you get 3 generations of advice and discussion by me, my mom and my daughter. Today’s topic is all about what we eat. Do we eat healthy meals most of the time, what we eat when we aren’t eating our healthiest, and some of our best advice for you. Be sure to listen for Nona’s confession about what she fed my father in their first year of marriage. And listen past the outro if you’d like to hear the outtakes with our thoughts about the current...

What Kind of Eater Are You? | Ep #12

June 09, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

If you want long term weight loss, learn how to recognize the kind of eating you do each day. There are different types of eats, and on this episode you learn what they are and how knowing what type of eater you are will support you in being at your body’s ideal weight.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so ...

You Don't Have to Be A Chef to Eat Healthy | Ep #11

May 26, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MB

You want to eat healthy meals, lose weight and feel great. If you are like me, and hate to cook, or just don’t have as much time as you’d like to create fancy meals - you can still enjoy healthy and nutritious food. Listen in to learn all about how to eat healthy without being a chef. Lose those pots and pans (and your excuses)!   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good....

Advice Collum Bonus #5 - Sometimes We Exercise

May 19, 2020 14:00 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MB

Enjoy the latest bonus episode of the Advice Collum! I’m joined by my mom, Nona, and my daughter, Danica, for 3 generations of discussion and advice all about exercise. Do we do it? Do we love it or hate it? Don’t miss our take on school dodgeball and our advice to help you love exercise more than you might right now.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help ...

Happiness: How to Be Happy When You Feel Like Sh*t | Ep #10

May 12, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

Do you just want to be happy? I’ve got the secret to happiness right here. Spoiler: It’s not from feeling joyful and positive all the time. Listen in to find out how you can be happy even when you feel like sh*t. (This is a big part of your weight loss journey, don’t miss it!)   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your bra...

Hate Exercise? How to Love It Instead | Ep #9

April 28, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MB

If you hate to exercise or dread heading to the gym, this is the episode for you! Today I’m answering your questions about whether you really need to exercise to lose weight, and how to change your mind from hating it to loving it.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lose the extra weight a...

Advice Collum Bonus #4 - What We Weigh

April 21, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 45.5 MB

This is another Advice Collum bonus episode, and I have my favorite people here with me today. My mama, Nona, and my daughter, Danica. We are chatting today about what we weigh. Actually, we’re talking about how we feel about talking about what we weigh. As usual, Nona starts us off with an amazing tip for those of you with spouses or partners, and keep listening because we also give 3 generations of our best advice about your relationship with the scale.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature w...

Why You Should Weigh Yourself Every Day | Ep #8

April 14, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MB

Are you scared of the scale? Do you obsess over your weight or avoid the scale completely? I’ve been there. Today I’m talking about the number on the scale. Why you hate it, how you avoid it, and what you can do to get over it.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so you can finally lose the extra weight and r...

Planning Your Food Will Set You Free | Ep #7

March 31, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MB

While we all love some spontaneity in life, you do not want to be spontaneous with food if you are working towards weight loss. You may think that being spontaneous means freedom. Not quite right! It turns out planning your food ahead of time will give you more freedom, not less. Listen in to find out why.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take con...

Advice Collum Bonus #3 - Body Image

March 24, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MB

Nona, Danica, and I are back with another Advice Collum Bonus episode. Today we are talking about body image. How we've viewed our own body over the years, and we share our thoughts on how you can love your body, no matter its shape or size. Listen in for 3 generations of advice!   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your ...

How to Have a Hot Flash Without Wine and a Cupcake | Ep #6

March 17, 2020 14:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Do you think you deserve a little something to get you through the hot flashes? Wine and cupcakes just make everything easier, you might think.  I call B.S. and in this episode I tell you why reaching for sugar and alcohol will only make mid-life harder instead of easier. Listen in to find out why, and learn a better solution.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I...

You Are So Mean! (to Yourself) | Ep #5

March 03, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB

Just stop! Stop the self-criticism and self-judgement. We say and think such cruel things to and about ourselves, especially when it comes to our weight and appearance. We seem to love to beat ourselves up. Listen in to learn how to stop the cycle of critical self-talk.   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools to lose those mid-life pounds for good. I’ll help you take control of your body and your brain, so ...

Advice Collum Bonus #2 - Lies We've Told

February 25, 2020 15:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

It’s another Advice Collum bonus episode! Nona, Danica, and I give you 3 generations of laughter and advice, this time all about the lies we’ve told. Mostly those sneaky lies we tell to ourselves, but we make a few confessions too! Listen in and get our best advice about how to get more honest with yourself. (Apologies for the poor audio. Technical issues - Oopsies!)   I’m Susan Collum, the mature woman’s weight loss coach, and this is where I share all the practical and spiritual tools ...