Episode 77: Overcoming Mindset Blocks with Jenny Smith

Functional MedicineLifestyle Medicine
Written By Nicole Goode
 

Are you struggling to stay consistent on your health journey? It might not be your diet or workout plan, it could be your mindset. In this episode, we sit down with board-certified health coach Jenny Smith to uncover the hidden mindset blocks that hold you back from reaching your wellness goals. From self-sabotage to limiting beliefs, Jenny shares how these mental roadblocks can impact everything from weight loss to energy levels, and most importantly, how to break free from them.

Through her own health struggles and years of coaching women over 40, Jenny reveals the powerful role that behavior change, self-awareness, and habit formation play in long-term success. You'll learn why motivation isn’t enough, how to shift your thinking for sustainable results, and why small, intentional changes can have a massive impact on your overall well-being.

If you're ready to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset, rewire your habits, and finally take control of your health, this episode is for you. Tune in for expert insights, actionable strategies, and the encouragement you need to move past what's holding you back!

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Timestamps:

[01:48] - Jenny’s journey: How she became a health coach and what inspired her career

[07:10] - The critical role of mindset in reaching your health goals 

[11:10] - How to know if you're truly ready for change

[13:00] - Finding sustainable health strategies that fit your unique lifestyle

[18:50] - How habits and subconscious beliefs shape your health

[23:20] - The most common mindset blocks that hold people back from success

[31:10] - How to handle setbacks without losing momentum

[35:50] - The importance of tracking progress

[37:10] - Practical strategies to shift your mindset and build lasting health habits

 
“We have the power and control to change our destiny and our health. There are other avenues we can explore, like functional medicine, and we can find motivation and inspiration in other people’s stories”
— Jenny Smith
 

Essential learnings from this episode…

  • Mindset blocks can sabotage your health goals. Discover the hidden beliefs and habits that might be keeping you stuck.

  • Small, sustainable changes that lead to big results.

  • Practical strategies to break free from patterns that hold you back.

  • The role of accountability and support in health transformation. Why doing it alone makes change harder and how to build a support system.

  • Creating a personal vision for your health journey. How to stay committed even when progress feels slow

 
 

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