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Direction Not Perfection - Mindset, Menopause & Sustainable Weight Loss for Women Over 40 with Dietitian, Lindsey House

Lindsey House RD
Weight Loss
Nutrition
Mental Health
Self-Care
Diet Culture
Exercise
Health
Mindfulness
Emotional Eating
Mindset
Menopause
Health and Fitness
Fitness
Emotional Well-Being
Sleep
Hormone Replacement Therapy
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Do you know what you need to do—but still find yourself not doing it?

Do you feel stuck in the cycle of starting over, overwhelmed by all the conflicting diet and fitness tips, and quietly wondering why it feels so hard to follow through?

If you’ve ever felt like a failure for not being able to “do it all perfectly,” you are not alone—and more importantly, you are not broken.

This podcast is you... more

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Do you ever find yourself eating when you're not physically hungry?

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Shenille Green
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Paul Salter
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Episode: Break Free from Self Sabotage & Rewire Your Mind for Lasting Weight Loss - with Paul Salter
Christine Trimpe
Author of Sugar Freed and creator of the Sugar-Free Method, a faith-driven health coach for Christian women
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Episode: Breaking The Sugar Addiction | A Faith-Based Approach For Women Over 40 - with Author Christine Trimpe
Trisha Kroll
Founder of The Difference Maker non-profit; former Division I athlete and coach
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Episode: The Missing Piece in Your Weight Loss (It’s Not Food) - with Trisha Kroll
Phil Richardson
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Episode: "I Should Be Coping Better": Why Women Feel Burned Out and Stuck - Dr. Phil Richardson

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Lindsey House
Host of the show and guide to the episode framework; a nutritionist/dietitian focusing on sustainable health and mindset.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Inspiring and Informational Podcast

    “Direction Not Perfection” is an inspiring and information‑packed podcast hosted by Lindsey House, whose warm, engaging style makes every episode easy to listen to. With over 350 episodes, Lindsey consistently brings on guests from all areas of health and well‑being, each offering unique insights and practical takeaways.

    One of Lindsey’s greatest strengths is how well she prepares for her interviews. She takes the time to truly understand her guests, which allows her to ask meaningful questions ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNCisC
    United States5 months ago
  • Authentic, Insightful, and a Truly Great Experience

    I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Direction Not Perfection podcast, hosted by Lindsey House, and it was a fantastic experience.

    Lindsey was incredibly easy to talk to, and I felt immediately at ease. She brings such a real, authentic presence to the conversation and asks thoughtful, meaningful questions that truly connect with people. This wasn’t just a podcast interview—it was a genuine, human conversation that allowed for depth, honesty, and impact.

    I absolutely love the work she is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Boulware
    United States6 months ago
  • Such a good podcast for perfectionists like me

    I love Lindsey’s insights and episode topics. I have chronic migraines and it’s been hard to work through all of the internalized ableism and perfectionism I didn’t even know I had! I love the reminder that it’s about the progress and journey over doing it “perfectly,” whatever that even means! Thank you for this great content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Nicole Theron Parkes
    United States10 months ago
  • Love this show!

    I love the approach that Lindsey brings to nutrition, weight loss, and health. It’s a breath of fresh air to have permission to step out of perfection and celebrate the everyday wins.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HollyBertone
    United Statesa year ago
  • A great listen!

    Direction Not Perfection is the perfect name for this podcast. Lindsey is insightful and easy to listen to. I highly recommend giving all her episodes a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fatlosssimplified
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is praised for helping perfectionists move toward sustainable, real-life progress.
Guests are described as easy to talk with and insightful, with actionable takeaways.
Listeners appreciate the host's warmth, practical tools, and non-judgmental approach.

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Addiction Recovery Skills for Emotional Eating and Lasting Weight Loss - Dr. Daniel Hochman
Q: What is urge surfing and how can it help with cravings?
Urge surfing is about slowing the craving, riding out the wave with mindfulness and grounding techniques, and recognizing that urges peak and pass, so you don't have to act on them immediately.
Addiction Recovery Skills for Emotional Eating and Lasting Weight Loss - Dr. Daniel Hochman
Q: What actually causes addiction to progress beyond a tough day or a difficult emotion?
Addiction progresses when intolerable internal states—like sadness, stress, or emptiness—are not tolerated, so a person turns to a vice to regulate their feelings; the underlying distress, not the surface behavior, drives the cycle.
Hypnosis for Weight Loss and Healing: The Science Behind the Unconscious Mind -Peter McLaughlin
Q: How does stress influence weight, and what role does the subconscious play?
Stress activates the autonomic nervous system, increasing cortisol and promoting fat storage, especially in the midsection; the subconscious governs stress responses, so managing stress at a deep level is essential for weight loss.
Breaking The Sugar Addiction | A Faith-Based Approach For Women Over 40 - with Author Christine Trimpe
Q: How did you handle burnout and stress in your journey, and what role did medical help play?
She explains navigating burnout with medical support, including a Dutch test to assess cortisol and hormones, and emphasizes building resilience, seeking functional medicine guidance, and turning to faith and routine to stabilize energy and mood.
"I Should Be Coping Better": Why Women Feel Burned Out and Stuck - Dr. Phil Richardson
Q: What practical steps can someone start with today to improve energy and sleep?
Breathing exercises, diary tracking of symptoms and routines, turning off devices at night, moderating screen time, and simple dietary adjustments alongside homeopathic remedies.

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