Lisa Carpenter

If you've lost weight dieting but then put it back on again, finding yourself back into old patterns and habits whatever you DID to lose weight DID NOT WORK. "but Lisa it did. I lost weight.... IF YOU PUT THE WEIGHT BACK ON IT DID NOT WORK. ... Read that again That's like an alcoholic getting dry for a month to "prove" he doesn't have a problem with alcohol. These are the lies you innocently tell yourself that support your faulty belief systems that are keeping you trapped. Losing weight is EASY and I know you know this because YOU have lost weight probably more times than you can count. When you make the commitment to eating better and moving more you WILL lose weight, however, if you don't get honest with yourself about how your thoughts and beliefs about your body are playing a role in your transformation you'll never achieve what you want long term. So you’ve got one of two choices... jump back on the wagon and most likely repeat your same old patterns OR Explore the relationship you're having with your body and your health from the inside out. If you aren’t willing to love and appreciate your body NOW what makes you believe that weight loss is the magic bullet to fixing that problem? Sure you will feel good for a while, you'll have more energy and a dash more confidence but if you haven’t changed how you fundamentally value your body and your health pretty soon the patterns of the past will surface and you'll be right back to square one. Successful weight loss requires a commitment to something more important than just what you’re eating You need to be committed to BECOMING the woman who puts her physical and emotional wellbeing at the top of her priorities. But hey what do I know I’ve only been doing this work with women for almost 2 decades and am constantly IN this work for myself. So pull up those meal plans and when you're still in the same place a year from now, maybe then you'll be ready to get serious about addressing the actual problem OR make the decision to go to http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist and get on the waitlist for Weight Loss From Within and transform your body from the inside out.

In episode 86 Lisa brings on Allison Taylor to share her transformational journey through Weight Loss From Within and how she went from a state of longing to be thinner, prettier, smarter and enough to feeling proud, peaceful and feeling MORE than enough. This Australian mom of 2 went from a constant state of overwhelm, people-pleasing and perfectionism to making herself a priority in her life, slowing down and making caring for her physical and emotional well-being non-...negotiable. Her story is inspiring and transformational and we’re beyond grateful she was open to sharing it here on the podcast. If Allison’s story resonates with you make sure you sign up and learn more about Weight Loss From Within. The waitlist is NOW open http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist See more

When do you give your body attention? Is it only when you're criticizing it? Fighting with it? Trying to lose weight? If I told you you could love your body, how would you react? ... In disbelief? OR only if certain conditions were met? Many of the women that I work with struggle with how their body looks and feels. They don't know what it means to love themselves. They're all sick of the endless cycle of dieting, gaining weight, losing weight. Sound familiar? If so, you may or may not have realized that losing weight isn't ACTUALLY going to solve all your problems. It’s not the magic pill that will finally make you feel good in your body nor will it open the door to a new or better life. I know you’ve probably lost weight before but did anything really change? And if you did experience a radical shift in how you felt about yourself then how come you weren’t able to maintain it? Have you ever considered that you’re going about losing weight backwards? It’s not about changing your body. It’s about changing your RELATIONSHIP with your body (and yourself). To do that, you need to know yourself. Truly, deeply, lovingly. You need to uncover the stories holding you back and alter the behaviours that aren't serving you. It’s not an easy path, but the work is worth it. It’s the difference between looking in the mirror and never feeling good enough, vs looking in the mirror and feeling joy, gratitude and love for the reflection staring back at you. If you’re ready to dig into who you are and how to love your body, then I want to invite you to join my free, 3-day Weight Loss from Within guided journal prompts. In just three days, you’ll begin to discover the stories you’re probably not even aware of that are holding you back. I'm not going to ask if you're interested, I'm going to ask if you're READY. If you're ready for lasting change and the chance to truly love your body, join for free at lisacarpenter.ca/3days See more

Do you know how to take care of yourself? Seems like a simple question but do you know how many women don’t know what they need to thrive? Many of my clients don’t know where to start and the idea of self care feels overwhelming to say the least.... These are not stupid women. In fact nothing could be further from the truth. They are smart, ambitious and are doing big things in the world. They know how to move the needle forward in their lives but they’ve forgotten what it means to make themselves a priority. Our work helps them define what they need so they can feel amazing and show up 100% whether that’s running a million dollar business or a family of 5. When was the last time you reflected on what makes you feel good? Do you even remember? What do you like to do for fun? When was the last time you laughed until you cried? What do you do to relax? What makes you happy (and for once answer this question EXCLUDING your kids or your partner)? What makes you feel calm? YOU are responsible for how you feel every day. I’m guessing being stressed out, anxious, resentful, frustrated and exhausted isn’t what you signed up for but YOU hold the power to change. Start by answering the questions above and compiling your own self care list Maybe it’s going for a fifteen minute walk outside in nature Maybe it’s listening to musicand having your own dance party Maybe it’s turning off the lights and having a candle lit bath Maybe it’s telling the kids that NO, you can’t help right now because you need ten minutes alone with your book Or maybe it’s simply sitting quietly with a purring kitten on your chest ;) You can write down anything you want. But whatever you write, make sure you can do at least ONE of them every day That’s right Every. Single. Day. YOU are the most important person in your life YOUR relationship with YOURSELF is the longest, most important relationship you’ll ever have. Stop settling for the scraps of your own life. Make YOU a priority. And you’ll experience transformation when you do. What’s on your self-care list? Let me know in the comments. I can’t wait to hear from you. See more

I don’t know about you, but my kids didn’t come with an instruction manual. Some days I have no idea how my kids are feeling {and they aren’t always eager to share}. And then there are days that I can relate EXACTLY to what my kids are feeling.... When I see things getting hard for my son, when he’s sitting in his anger and his frustration, I notice my own anxieties and shame reflected back at me from when I was young. Even though I see my own stories mirrored in my son, I don’t have to make my son’s struggles about me. Instead, I’m showing up for him from a place of integrity and empathy. I’m showing up for him in my actions, not in my words. I’m showing up for him in my power, not in my emotions. And I’m showing up for myself because to be a strong advocate for him I must first make my own emotional and physical well-being a priority. How are you showing up for yourself? How are you showing up for your kids, or for the other people in your life? Let me know in the comments. I can’t wait to hear from you. See more

All I wanted to do was lose weight. That’s what my client @ajec.taylor told me. She said, I was so uncomfortable in my body. I thought that if I could just use 10 kilos, 15 kilos, then everything else would make sense. My relationships would work, my happiness would increase, I’d have more energy, I could better engage with my children.... She isn’t alone. Raise your hand if you’ve felt this way. So many women are chasing the result on the scale. But that’s not actually the key to a better life. Your weight is simply ONE data point about your body, and it’s definitely not the most important one. Have you ever asked yourself what specifically you’re making that number on the scale mean? The truth is lasting weight loss is an aftereffect of nurturing your emotions, body, boundaries, habits and well-being. Don’t understand what I’m saying or how that could be true? This is the whole concept behind my program, Weight Loss From Within, and I want to invite you to participate. In the program, you’ll quickly do the deep inside-out work that will transform how you think and feel about your body and your health, so you can BE the woman who values yourself. Enrollment for Weight Loss From Within will begin soon. Join the waitlist here: http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist And while you wait, listen to Episode 86 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: Weight Loss from Within. Allison’s Transformational Journey to Loving Herself. Listen to the full episode with the link https://lisacarpenter.ca/category/podcasts/ See more

What’s the difference between guilt and shame? Shame is much worse than guilt, because it goes deeper. Shame is about self. ... Guilt sounds like, I feel bad about what I did. Shame sounds like, I feel bad about WHO I AM. Guilt = Wish I hadn’t eaten that cookie Shame = WTF is wrong with me and why can’t I just not eat the cookie?! Our behaviours, which are influenced by our shame, shape how we see the world and how the world sees us. And that, in turn, influences the stories we create about who we are. And that creates you guessed it, more freaking shame. It’s a horrible snowball effect. What’s worse is MOST people do not understand they're trapped in feelings of shame. In fact many of my clients can’t identify with the feeling of shame until we dive deeper and unpack the behaviours that SHOW that shame and the belief of not being good enough are driving their metaphorical bus of life. That shame creates threads that follow you from your childhood to who you are today. Those threads keep us attached to stories we don’t see as stories and behaviours we see as normal that simply aren’t. If you don’t already realize it, you can cut every single one of these threads. You simply need to decide that you’re done feeling like life is working against you and be ready to take responsibility for what you DO want in your life and how you DO want to feel. You have to cut what is familiar and embrace the discomfort of being committed to creating a new normal. One where you always feel more than good enough, worthy and deserving of living an extraordinary life. It means creating space for everything to work out better than you could ever have imagined it. Because at the end of the day, you have the power to release your shame, change your thinking, drop your unhealthy behaviours and see yourself through an entirely new lens. YOU have the power to choose your emotions, responses, and identity. And I’m here to support you claiming it. Click the link in my bio to book a one-hour transformational call with me. Together, we will explore where shame might be keeping you trapped and then cut you free. See more

My clients are strong, smart, incredible, high-achieving women. Before they start working with me they’re often caught in behaviours that have them bending over backwards to take care of everything around them. Their kids. Their spouse. ... Their house. Their career. Their neighbors. Everyone and everything but themselves. They use every moment of every day to be BUSY. And what’s worse is they’ve attached their sense of self-worth to DOING ALL THE THINGS. In fact under it all they wonder (just as I once did) If I’m not busy then what would make me important or make me matter? Sound familiar? The thing is, I’m guessing you WANT time to yourself. You WANT to take care of yourself. You WANT to eat right, to exercise, to sleep well, to drink plenty of water, to be full of energy. But you’re scared to take the leap. Moment of truth. Are you using your business as a distraction, so you don’t have time to feel the things you don’t want to feel? If you’re feeling called out, know this: The more you care for yourself, the easier it will be to navigate the emotions you’re trying to outrun. The more you’re willing to lean into the discomfort of MAKING time for yourself to give yourself what you need, the easier it is to feel what you’re feeling. If you’ve been struggling with letting go of being busy so you can make your physical and emotional well-being a priority what more needs to happen before you do? I’m booking clients for January 2021 with very limited availability. Before you do anything else click the link in my bio and get yourself scheduled for a one hour transformational coaching call. You’ll wonder why you didn’t take time for you sooner. See more

In Episode 104, Lisa updates us on how she’s doing in her build. This phase of putting on lean mass and consuming a high-calorie diet is more challenging than she imagined. With that comes a discomfort in her own skin. Lisa shares how she’s working through her discomfort to reach her goal both physically and emotionally. She encourages you to be relentless in your self talk about your relationship with your body.... Listen to this episode and learn more about Lisa’s background in bodybuilding, what her reverse diet and build looks like as she puts on lean mass and why this process is so challenging. She shares how she’s working through the discomfort of her transformation, physically and emotionally and how she’s adapted her schedule in order to reach her goal. See more

I often say that self-care is a way of BEING, not something you DO. It’s an identity that I actively choose to embody, and it’s one that I encourage you to embody, too. But lately I’ve been thinking that self-care and by self-care, I mean really taking care of YOU is even more than that. ... It’s a power. And it’s a gift. Not only for you, but for all the people you love. Think about all the times you’ve said to yourself: I don’t have time for me, because I’m too busy making sure everyone else is taken care of. Now think about how you’d feel if you heard those words come out of your child's mouth. Would you be ok with your child putting themselves last? So ask yourself: Why is it okay to encourage your kids to take care of themselves, and then model something else through your actions? Telling them they need rest so they can learn with more ease While you burn the candle at both ends Telling them they need to eat healthy so they can grow big and avoid getting sick While treating your body like a garbage can and making your own nutrition nothing more than an afterthought Telling them to get outside and play because it’s good for their bodies to move While you can’t remember when the last time you broke a sweat was, let alone played Be honest about what you’re saying to them VS what you’re modeling to them. Are you in integrity? You’re kids don’t care what you SAY they are watching what you DO and who you are BEING in the world. They are learning through observation and if your words contradict what they’re seeing how do you suppose that will shape them? You have the power to model what it looks like to make yourself a priority. Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s the most selfless thing you can do. It’s a precious and radical gift one that you, and those you care about, deserve. Episode 102 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast Why Aren’t You Worth Your Time And Energy? Link: https://lisacarpenter.ca/why-arent-you-worth-your-time-and/

This program isn’t about taking things away, it’s about understanding what we are carrying around with us and deciding how we want to care for our whole self. I encourage any woman who’s ready to dig a little deeper to invest in themselves. This is a beautiful opening if you allow it. Carly If you are ready to put yourself first, click the link in my bio and get on the waitlist today. We’re doing something really special this time around and you absolutely want to be part of it.

How often do you take time to nurture and honor who you are? (Not who you THINK you should be who you ARE.) Be honest. Compare that to how often you judge yourself.... How often do you step on the scale and curse the number? How often do you berate yourself for not being good enough? It’s hard to embrace yourself when you’re constantly leaning into old stories. Too many women default to feeling shameful instead of successful. I see it over and over again, from high-achieving women who set impossible standards for themselves and struggle to truly, deeply understand their strengths. I’ve been there, myself. I LIVED there for a long, long time, until I did the work and truly got to know myself. Turns out, those old stories were exactly that. Nothing more than stories. These days, there are so many ways to learn about yourself and yet we struggle to truly embrace that information. We gravitate towards picking apart everything we think is WRONG with us instead of celebrating all the wonderful things that are RIGHT. Isn’t it time to gain a deeper understanding of who you are? To identify and build on your strengths and finally shed those old, BS stories? Give me one hour of your time and we’ll dig deep into your sense of self, the stories holding you back, and more. You’ll be amazed how much you can shift in just 60 minutes. Book the call here: https://lisacarpenter.ca/wwm/ [link in bio] Photo cred @sandra_steier_photography See more

Recently we had what’s called a psych ed done for my youngest son because after our short trip into homeschooling it became VERY obvious that something wasn’t right. The definition as pulled off google a psychological report that focuses on assessment and interpretation of educationally related psychological tests and educational tests, including intelligence and cognitive abilities, memory, achievement tests, and measures of behaviour. I’m not going to lie, the process... was quite triggering. Not because of him, but because it brought up a LOT of old stories for me. Back when I was in school this type of testing wasn’t done. You had to learn the way you were being taught. Period. I believed I wasn’t smart which caused me to pick up MANY behaviours to cover up how bad (aka shameful) I felt. It’s obvious that I’ve worked through these stories with years of coaching and personal development so I bet you’re curious why I was triggered again. I had unpacked much of this when I had a psych ed done on my other two boys years ago and still remember getting into bed and crying for hours. On that day I released an identity that had kept me trapped for most of my life. I allowed myself to KNOW that there was nothing wrong with me and there never had been. My brain simply isn’t hardwired to work this way. I am a big picture thinker and too many steps can shut me down. Basically I was triggered because like many successful entrepreneurs I’m not hardwired like the general population however I was STILL judging myself instead of CELEBRATING how much I have overcome to achieve what I’ve achieved. It’s self-sabotage, plain and simple. I could see those old stories for what they were. Just stories. And that means I can do the same for my son, and help him know himself better and LOVE who he is..That’s the power of learning about yourself. The more you know yourself, the easier it becomes to make decisions and trust yourself. Click the link in my bio to listen to the Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 98: How well do you know yourself? @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

This is 48. I took myself away for my birthday and indulged in 2 nights @wallcentrevancouver solo and many spa treatments I spent time reflecting on this year and my life. Who I’ve become, what I’ve accomplished, and what I’ve learned and grown through. ... I’ll share my thoughts in upcoming #fullfrontallivingpodcast episodes and in social posts. Today I’ll just say I’m SO DAMN grateful. I’m grateful to my coaches, my biz besties, my hubby, my family, friends, clients, colleagues and community. This life I’ve created was once a dream that seemed impossible. To think that a suburban woman could have an impact on the lives of people globally is beyond what I ever imagined or believed possible. I’ve learned many things in 48 years but the biggest lesson was what it was going to take to BECOME a woman who truly loves, values and accepts herself. I’m unapologetic for wanting what I want and giving myself what I need to thrive. I’m unapologetic for feeling what I feel AND honoring what my emotions are showing me. I’m unapologetic for wanting to have the best of what life has to offer and holding space for others to do the same. Amazing physical and emotional health & well-being, a million-dollar business, a partner who still makes my heart skip a beat, relationships that fill my soul with women who are devoted to making the world a better place .... and a beach wedding in the Maldives A sincere and heartfelt thank you for all your birthday wishes and for allowing me to receive so much love. I don’t know what this next turn around the sun will bring but I do know it will be extraordinary and I’m so glad you’re here to share the journey with me. xx

Is reality starting to hit? This is our new normal, but that doesn’t make it easy. I’ve seen so many people trying to soothe themselves by returning to numbing behaviors that don’t serve them. Guess what? No matter how tempting it is to binge eat, drown in Netflix, or day drink, it only makes you feel worse in the long run. I’m all for intentional downtime. I’m not saying you should never enjoy a tv show. In fact, rest is more important now than ever. But I AM saying t...hat you cannot ignore how you’re feeling. Your choices need to support younot just stuff your emotions down. I promise there is a way to navigate this situation without being overwhelmed with fear or worry. Without returning to behaviors you no longer are willing to be available for. Here’s how I’m doing it. First, I allow myself to feel my feelings. I name them. I give myself space and permission to breathe and sit in the discomfort. I release the judgement. What I’m feeling isn’t wrong or bad. And if I’m feeling sad, angry, or upset, I ask myself, What do I need to feel better now? I do a workout, I sink into my journal, I spend some time outside or communicate with a friend. The answer is not to push harder. The answer is to do LESS. I have also been asking myself, What’s in front of me today? Is there anything I need to be worried about in this moment? Has anything changed? Every time I ask these questions, I remember that today is the same as yesterday, and it will probably be the same tomorrow. Life is going to life. It’s my responsibility to take care of myself. This is how I bring myself back to the present moment. How are you handling all of this? I want to hear from you. See more

I have 10 questions for you, and I want you to add up your yeses. 1. Do you like to stay constantly busy? 2. Do you feel strongly about the importance of having the approval of others?... 3. Do you have difficulty making decisions in your relationship? 4. Do you typically let others go ahead of you in conversations or in physical spaces? 5. Do you use numbing behaviours like binge-watching Netflix, drugs, alcohol, overeating, overexercising, shopping or distracting yourself or to relax? 6. Do you feel paralyzed when it comes to making choices in general? 7. Is it hard for you to feel good enough, no matter how much you’ve accomplished? 8. Do you feel like you’ve never really fit in and maybe even call yourself a bit of a black sheep or unicorn? 9. Do you feel responsible for other people’s feelings? 10. Does some portion of your personal identity come from how you show up for others? If you said yes to a good number of these, I get it because I have been there and you may not even realize how much this is at the root of your suffering. But you probably think that if you lost weight you’d feel better, or if they would listen to your advice things would be better, if you made more $$ everything would be better or if you accomplish one more goal, get one more certificate, or if you just had more time, more energy and more support EVERYTHING would be better. I’m here to tell you that what you think is the problem is simply the SYMPTOM of a much bigger problem. You are most likely struggling with codependency, which is something I’ve overcome, and I’ve helped countless high-achieving, ambitious women overcome too. Exhaustion doesn’t need to be your status quo and burnout is never sexy. Jump on my calendar and book your coaching call and commit to YOU because life doesn’t have to be this way. I can help. Link in my bio. Listen to Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 80: What is codependency vs just being kind and empathetic? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

Anger is better than apathy... In fact, ANY emotion is better than indifference. But anger gets a bad reputation especially if you’re a woman expressing or feeling anger.... As @ichelfrancis explained on #FullFrontalLivingPodcast, for women there's a lot of shame attached to anger. However, there’s so much wisdom in our emotions. The key is to stop making your emotions right or wrong, or good or bad. They are simply data to direct and guide you. Consider the meaning you’re attaching to your emotions. What would be possible if you stopped judging them and simply allowed them to just BE? Once you stop stuffing your emotions down or building them up into monsters, you can look at them with curiosity. Your emotions will give you clues about what you really think, need, and wantand it's rarely what you think. Anger shows up for a reason. It shows you areas you need to work on and what you’re passionate about. Our emotions are just guideposts. They show up to lead us. When you indulge them (which doesn't mean throwing things in a fit of rage) you can acknowledge that you're angry and ask yourself, What is this anger trying to tell me? We have this full spectrum of emotions. But because of the stories we tell ourselves about what these emotions mean, or because we don't actually want to be present to them, we miss out on their magic and their gifts. Accept your emotions for what they are. Don’t assign a judgement. Spend time reflecting, and question why the emotion is showing up in the first place. Then you can take back your personal power. On the #FullFrontalPodcast episode with Ichel Francis, we deep dive into what it means to reclaim your personal power. What have your emotions been trying to tell you during this quarantine? Let me know in the comments. Episode 72: From Powerless to Powerful. What it means to reclaim your personal power with Ichel Francis Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

How can I help other people? It sounds like an innocent question. And it is, until you decide it’s easier to fix someone else’s pain than acknowledge and address your own. If you’re feeling called out right now, push through the discomfort and keep reading.... Empathy is a powerful tool. But it becomes unhealthy when you start to take on others’ feelings as your responsibility. A lot of people are suffering, afraid, and in pain. And while you can be 100% supportive, what do you hope to accomplish by wearing their sadness as your own? Imagine the suffering person is sitting at the bottom of a well. You can climb down to hold their hand and listen, but you can’t carry them out. They have to be responsible for climbing out, themselves. Climb beside them but don’t carry them. Show them the way. Here’s what’s actually happening when you can’t BE with someone’s pain without wanting to fix it: You are uncomfortable with what YOU’RE feeling. Whether you realize it or not you’re trying to make them feel better so YOU can feel better. Simply being present to another person's pain and suffering without trying to fix it IS how you can help them feel better. It’s ok for them to feel what they are feeling and it’s ok for YOU to be present to your emotional experience. What we need now more than ever is people who will support us being seen, heard and fully expressed. Holding space for another person to share without trying to fix them is the most powerful gift you can give. And in doing so they will feel better ;) Remember, you’re responsible for YOUR emotional wellbeing, and they’re responsible for THEIRS. So pay attention to what you’re feeling and what you’re picking up from other people. Take responsibility for what’s yours and nothing more. As you become more emotionally fluent, you can consciously choose to stay away from numbing and distracting behaviours. To learn more about numbing behaviours, listen to Episode 73 How to NOT eat your way through a pandemic Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

My dear friend and incredible client @jillrenestevens recently commissioned a portrait for me from the phenomenal artist @joanmarieart and it brought me to my knees. Tears were shed. Jill got the intuitive hit that I’d never actually make it onto the physical stage to rock my wings down the catwalk despite all my training and focus because #2020. This portrait embodies the fulfilment of my work. Not just the work that happened in the gym but the transformational in...ner work I’ve been committed to for over 8.5 years. It shows me embodying my intuition, power, confidence, poise, magic, divine femine and strengthwings and all. The gift was so thoughtful and extraordinary, I was literally speechless. I knew that @jillrenestevens was sending me something but when this arrived I wasn’t able to comprehend that THIS was her gift. I knew @joanmarieart had crafted it and was so confused as to why In moments like that, you have two options. Push the compliments and praise away or lean into the discomfort and allow yourself to receive. This portrait allows me to see myself the way THOSE incredible women see ME. The way most of my clients and community see me but more importantly it challenged me to see MYSELF. The inner work I’ve done around my self worth has given me the tools I needed to openly embrace the truth of what these phenomenal women see in me. After decades of pushing aside who I was I am now able to fully embrace ME fully and unapologetically. I was humbled yet also so proud to witness myself in this image, celebrate my accomplishments and acknowledge the impact I’ve made in the lives of others. To feel deserving of such a gift, to be able to receive it with an open heart instead of pushing it away is magical. Where in your life have you been unwilling to receive? Are you pushing away your own goddess energy? Are you willing to KNOW you are deserving of all your dreams? Comment below and let’s talk about this. Episode 71: The moment my world stopped and how you can find peace in a pandemic. Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

In episode 97 Lisa jumps into the conversation about women and money. Have you considered what it looks like when you want to invest in yourself? Maybe it’s a new outfit or maybe it’s a larger investment like 1:1 coaching or joining a program such as Jim Fortins Transformational Coaching Program. Do you ask permission from your partner have to try to convince them? Or do you have an empowered conversation and advocate for yourself? Do you feel empowered about your re...lationship with your partner and money or do you feel like everything you want is outside of your control? Lisa has gone from nearly 6 figures in debt (and running the cycle of debt on and off over 20 years) to running a successful coaching practice that continues to grow and generate multiple 6 figures because of her commitment to transforming her relationship with money. If you’re struggling to show up in your life as a priority and constantly find yourself seeking validation, approval or permission before you do anything else check out all the transformations of people just like you who’ve experienced TCP and have transformed their lives. In Lisa’s work with Jim over the years, her old life has become unrecognizable both personally and professionally. Not only is she a student of this work but also one of Jim’s senior coaches inside TCP. She is not some special unicorn but simply committed herself to doing this work and making her vision come to life. You can do it to. See more

What are you holding onto? We cling so tightly to our past that we trick ourselves into believing we’re trapped. Old beliefs and stories (and even tangible objects) clutter up our physical and mental space. And this has a huge impact on us. I want to challenge you to look around and take an inventory of your internal clutter. What stories do you return to, time and time again, until they become an excuse? Until they free you from responsibility?... You’re not alone here. When I first started digging into my work, there were so many beliefs I needed to clear. I thought I could never make more money than my parents. That I was responsible for supporting my hubby on his healing journey. That I needed to DO so much. My thoughts and beliefs were tied up in all of these subconscious realities I’d created for myself. I clung to those beliefs like an old pair of jeans that no longer fit. They didn’t serve me, and yours don’t serve you. It’s not enough to go through the motions of the work. You need to EMBODY the work. That’s what I help my clients do, and that’s what it means to live a Full Frontal Life. I help you understand what it is you’re holding onto, so you can claim the emotional and physical well-being you’re craving. YOU get to live the life you want to live and feel the way you want to feel. You might be starting to realize that unless you clear out the dead weight, you’ll never have room to grow. If you are looking for a no-BS coach who is gifted at seeing into her clients blind spots, schedule a one-hour transformational coaching session with me. You’ll be amazed at what you can achieve and release in just 60 minutes. Visit https://lisacarpenter.ca/wwm/ to book your session See more

You do not have to martyr yourself to help others. Instead of trying to help everyone, ask, How can I go deeper with the community I’m already serving? When you try to help everyone in every way, you wind up caretaking and controlling. As a result, you end up burning out (which is not sexy).... What boundaries do you need to establish to care for others while building emotional resilience? Something that’s moved up my priority list (so I can serve my community and family) is meditation. It’s a non-negotiable to create space, get quiet, and be still for five or ten minutes. I need to take care of myself, so I can show up as a powerful leader. No one else will do this for me. I have responsibility for myself. And so do you. We don’t know what the new normal will look like, when this is over, but there will BE a new normal. When it comes, how will you feel about your response? Are you going to look at your own health and wellbeing during this strange time as optional? As something to put on the back burner? Or are you going to show up and take care of yourself, so you can lead an extraordinary life and be of service to others without becoming a martyr? Episode 70: How to quiet your mind and ease your anxiety with @saraintonato Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

You may or may not know that the biggest catalyst for my personal growth began almost 10 years ago when my husband's addiction was discovered and he checked himself into rehab. I had a choice. Blame him, stay angry and be a victim OR...Continue reading

Do you value rest? Slowing down and understanding that doing LESS better is the key to success is often hard for my clients to wrap their brains around. When I’m in, I’m ALL in however the energy behind my doing today is radically different than a previous version of me. ... I’m all for BIG goals and audacious dreams however I know that doing more isn’t what will create the results I want. I’m very intentional about everything I do in all areas of my life. I’m committed to simplicity. Results come from consistency over time and dedication not from DOING more. This includes dedication and devotion firstly to MYSELF and my own well-being. Saturday thoughts as I settle into a week of healing and reflection

Stop making it about you. Today’s message is a wake-up call, so if it stirs up all the feels. GOOD! What is it costing you to drown in the doing and feeling overwhelmed trying to meet others’ needs? ... What is the price you’re paying to remain attached to behaviours that don't serve you (like emotional eating and people-pleasing)? What more needs to happen before you realize that numbing yourself and shoving down your feelings isn’t easing your discomfort but simply perpetuating it? And that avoiding what you don’t want to feel is making you feel worse? How bad does the pain have to get before you're willing to make a change? If the idea of change feels hard, consider who these behaviours are really serving, and what you’re gaining from them. Are they creating a better life for you and your loved ones? Are they erasing old patterns so future generations aren’t trapped by them? Doubtful. When it comes to eliminating these behaviours, it isn’t about you. (At least, it isn’t JUST about you.) Yes, this work allows you to create a better life for yourself. But it ALSO directly affects how you show up in the world, and the environment you create for your family. This work is a commitment to your children and grandchildren. It’s an opportunity to rewrite the stories that have held you captive. If this resonates, reach out so we can work through this together. I’m booking 1:1 transformational coaching calls now but my calendar fills up quickly so grab the link in my bio now and I’ll see you soon! And listen to the Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 81: How YOU Can Create a Better Life for Your Children and the People You Love Listen to the full episode with the link in my bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

Let’s talk about codependency. A lot of people are confused about what this word means. It’s not about being super needy. Codependency is an addiction to behaviours like people-pleasing, control-seeking, approval-seeking, overdoing, being busy, and caretaking.... It’s a behavioural condition where one person in a relationship enables the other’s addictions, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility, or underachievement. Someone who is codependent relies on others for approval or a sense of personal identity. It’s often passed down as a learned behaviour from generation to generation. And it’s a way of avoiding your feelings. It can be so hard to see this in yourself, because another effect of codependency is a blindness to your own behaviours, thoughts, and patterns. I’ve been there. I’ve been in such deep denial of the fact that I was causing my own drama and suffering. It can be a painful process to confront the truth and learn how to show up in the world a different way, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re looking for a guide through this process jump on my calendar and book your 1:1 coaching call and get started. Link in my bio And then take a listen to the Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 80: What is codependency vs just being kind and empathetic? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

When did you last declutter your subconscious? You know all those beliefs and stories you have, just under the surface? You carry them with you every day, whether you realize it or not. Unless you’re acting really intentionally, these subconscious beliefs drive your actions and behaviours. When you don’t take time to declutter and release the stories that hold you back, it’s easy to forget that you have the power to change your circumstances.... In Episode 91 of the Full Frontal Living podcast I sit down to chat with one of my own mentors, @yolabear17, who helps people remember and embody their free will. She has had an incredible impact on my journey, and my conversation with her is truly special. In this episode, we dive into how you subconsciously bring your past into your present. We talk about the tangible and intangible pieces of your life, how they show up, and how they impact your self-trust, self-love, and sense of worthiness. Most importantly, we explore how you can understand and let go of your past, so you can live from TODAY and create a future fully aligned with who you are. Listen to the full episode, Are You Being the Best Version of Yourself? with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

Have you ever been in a position where you KNEW you had to surrender but you were still desperately clinging to control? You want to be in charge of your emotions and the situation, but the harder you squeeze, the more out of control you feel. That’s because life demands that we let go of control. Life demands that we surrender. ... (hello 2020) In fact if you haven’t realized it yet then you’re probably starting to control is nothing more than an illusion. The same goes for certainty. You may think that surrendering and leaning into vulnerability makes you weak, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Vulnerability is rooted in courage. Courage requires openness, vulnerability, and a willingness to be presentto be present with uncomfortable feelings. That is how you boldly step into your power. You don’t need anyone to save you. BUT you can ask for help to learn what it means to save yourself. Asking for and allowing yourself to receive support requires vulnerability. It requires courage and THIS is what true strength looks like. That’s why I do what I do. I hold a space for women to experience their emotions so you can stop getting stuck in behaviours you’re frustrated with. In our coaching calls, it is safe for you to be vulnerable and fully express what you’re feeling which. My clients toss off old stories that aren’t serving them, and claim their power. You’ll learn what you CAN control and what you CAN NOT (hint this is all about YOU and not your circumstances) If you are looking for a no bullshit coach who’s been in the trenches of coaching for 2 decades and walks her talk, schedule a one-hour transformational coaching session with me. You’ll be amazed at what you can achieve and release in just 60 minutes. I’m booking into mid September 2020 NOW. It’s time to surrender. Visit https://lisacarpenter.ca/wwm/ to book your session. See more

In episode 94 Lisa has re-released one of Lisa's most downloaded episodes. Episode #38 What are you committed to? To lead an extraordinary life and create extraordinary results it all comes down to who you are willing to become. In today’s encore of episode #38 Lisa dives into what it means to be disciplined, committed and navigate the feelings of discomfort that will come up along the journey.... We can do hard things with ease, without pushing or striving. Being committed does not equal burnout unless you are working from a place of not feeling good enough. To join Jim’s FREE 3 part BE DO HAVE training register at http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/bedohave2020 See more

Do you ever encourage others to do something you aren’t actively doing yourself? Do you encourage your kids to take care of themselves, go to bed on time, not take themselves too seriously, and make mistakes? And then turn around and forget to eat, stay up late, criticize yourself, and try to be perfect at everything? People who look up to you hear what you’re saying AND see what you’re doing.... I talked about what codependency is (and isn’t) on episode 81 on #thefullfrontallivingpodcast. It ISN’T being needy. But it IS an addiction to unhealthy behaviours, like people-pleasing or caretaking. And we can, all too easily, pass those behaviours along to our loved ones. This week I want to challenge you to take inventory of your codependent ways of being. Listen to episode 81 and then get curious about where these behaviours show up in your life and what they’re costing you. Not JUST for you. For those around you. Because if you can’t take care of yourself, how can you take care of your loved ones? I’m digging deep into prioritizing yourself, uncovering your legacy of codependency, and letting go of behaviours that aren’t serving you in episode 81 of #thefullfrontalliving Podcast: How YOU Can Create a Better Life for Your Children and the People You Love If you’re ready to BE the person who takes her own advice book NOW for a 1:1 single transformational coaching session and practise what you’ve been preaching. Listen to the episode or book your coaching call with the links in my bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

There are so many ways the ambitious, high-achieving women of the world hide and minimize themselves. They bury themselves in their partner or kids’ needs, lose themselves in work, shrink away from praise and they wear clothes they can hide in. When you aren’t comfortable with your body or confident with how you look, that shows up in all sorts of ways, including what you wear. ... For instance, lots of women think, I’m going to wait to style myself until I reach a certain weight, because I don’t know how to dress for my body right now. My dear friend @nicoleotchy is an incredible personal stylist, and she calls BS on this line of thinking. You DO know how to dress. That’s not the problem. The issue is you don’t TRUST yourself to listen to what you like and what makes you feel good. Taking a look at your style doesn’t have to be an exercise in becoming a fashionista. It’s actually an exercise in paying attention to HOW the clothes you wear make you feel. You are who you are right now. Don’t camouflage, hide, or minimize yourself through the colour or cut of your clothes. Instead, use the data you have about your body and emotions, and make choices that will support you looking and feeling your best. Nicole and I have a great conversation about this in #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 77: What Do You Wear to a Pandemic? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

The scariest 3 words in the English language for so many people are FEEL YOUR FEELINGS. I’ve had clients who would rather go through a haunted house, skydive, and eat dog food (all in one day) than actually sit with the discomfort of their emotions. The interesting thing about this pandemic, to me, is that we’re now in a position where we’re being forced to sit with our feelings. And we can see how our emotions impact our behaviors. We didn’t even have to skydive to... get here. So my question to you is what are you learning from this experience? And what are you pushing away? What are you resisting? Don’t scroll away.I can feel how much you want to. Look, you’re a courageous high-achiever. You can build a successful business, raise a wonderful family, and run for miles. There’s no way you can’t feel your feelings too. You’re just choosing not to. The choice you make happens so fast you don’t even notice it. That’s called coping and numbing. And it’s the path to stagnation. But, as with so many things that are difficult, exploring your emotions is worth the effort and discomfort. And best of all, you don’t have to do it alone. Want support? DM me. Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 79: Do You Trust Yourself Enough to Stand Out? Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 79: Do You Trust Yourself Enough to Stand Out? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

It makes me SO happy to be connecting the people I love to the people I love. We all rise together. As someone with almost 100% referral based business connection is everything. ... I connect people because I understand the power of sharing my network and to be honest it makes me feel really great so it's an energetic win win all around. I want my business growth to continue to feel easy and I want the same for others. Business growth isn't hard, it just takes heart and a willingness to truly be of service to others. Show up. Connect. Serve. Give without attachment. The universe will always take care of you when you lead from this energy. I believe it with all my heart and soul. XO ~ L @yolabear17 is one of those amazing people who’s impacted my life and I finally got to share her magic on episode 92 of #thefullfrontallivingpodcast Are you being the best version of yourself?

2 years ago, I was at a phenomenal retreat with some of the top female entrepreneurs from around the globe. One of the retreat activities was a high ropes course. I have SO much anxiety around heights, but I also believe in the power of leaning into my discomfort and overcoming my fears. So I put on my harness and started climbing. ... My hands were trembling as I went up and up. Soon I found myself on the last platform, high up in the trees, creating stories about my options about how I was going to get my feet back on solid ground. There were two options to get down: jumping off a VERY high platform with a rope attached to my harness, or climbing down. I created an interpretation about what each option meant ABOUT me. I made jumping represent victory but climbing down would represent shame, failure and defeat. I stood on the edge of that platform, shaking like a leaf and unable to move. It didn’t matter how strong my body was my physical strength was of little value because my fear was winning. I couldn’t escape from or numb out my feelings. And I couldn’t escape the stories I was telling myself about what it would mean if I simply climbed down. This was a moment I KNEW the only option was to surrender, but I was so rooted in control, in resistance, I didn’t know how.... I want to invite you to listen to Episode 84 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: Are You Willing to Jump? You’ll find out what happened, and what I learned from the experience. Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

How often do you praise your kids’ accomplishments? (Or your spouse, coworkers, or friends?) Pretty, often, I bet. I love acknowledging my boys for things they’re creating in their lives. Like setting up their own cozy living spaces, signing up for school, cool things they’re doing in life and just for being who they are. Every time you praise those you love, you help build their self-confidence and show them they are important. This supports them in strengthening... the belief in themselves. Stop for a second and really consider this: How often do you praise your OWN accomplishments? Do you ever pause to acknowledge yourself? Daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly? Or never? Do you pause to appreciate how awesome YOU are? Or do you just move on from it? When you take time to celebrate YOU and your wins, not only do you put a deposit into your own self-worth account, you get to enjoy a pause and learn from your own experiences. Reflection allows you to process your emotions. You get to unpack what’s been going on, feel your feelings, and truly honour your journey. Right now, I want you to open your calendar and set a reflection date 6 months from today. Between now and then, I challenge you to journal daily or weekly to reflect on exactly what’s happening in your life right now. You can simply brain dump, ask yourself questions or use this time to acknowledge your day to day wins (and yes, the defeats as well). You’ll get to look back and see how far you’ve come, how much you’ve grown and realize that you’re doing better than you would have probably given yourself credit for This photo was taken August 12, 2018 with my dear friend @thewright_rachel/ at #dovetailsummit and the growth I’ve had since this trip both personally and professionally takes my breath away Grateful to the women I’ve surrounded myself with who’ve supported me through the up’s and downs of creating an extraordinary life and business and who always remind me to celebrate myself. AND my journal entries that allow me SEE my growth through my own words. Do you already keep a journal or will you be taking up this challenge and starting one? See more

I want you to get honest with yourself about what you’re showing the world, and what you’re hiding. Are you livestreaming your workouts but stress eating behind the scenes? Are you taking smiling selfies but struggling to get out of bed in the morning? ... Are you shoving your feelings down so far you’re convincing yourself you won’t have to feel them in the end? Are you actually taking care of yourself, or numbing out? In a situation like we’re in right now, you have to practice radical self-awareness. You need to be more mindful than ever of your codependent behaviors that don’t serve you. Unfortunately, I’m seeing caretakers double down on taking care of others instead of themselves, and workaholics doubling down on their jobs, ignoring their physical and emotional wellbeing. This is a marathon, not a sprint. NOW more than EVER, you have to let go of the beliefs and behaviours that aren't serving you. You have to take care of yourself so you can come out stronger on the other side. So I have a question for you: What does it look like to put yourself first? What old behaviours do you need to disrupt, and what new behaviours do you need to ground yourself in, so you can show up for yourself? Episode 70: How to quiet your mind and ease your anxiety with @saraintonato Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

Want to know a dirty little secret about giving, giving, giving without boundaries? This is not actually clean giving. You’re not actually giving just to give.... There’s (often unspoken) expectations you’re placing on the people you’re giving to. If you’re reading this thinking, No, Lisa, I’m just giving, I want you to really check in with yourself and be honest. Are you looking for: Appreciation? Acknowledgement? Recognition? Love? Belonging? A specific reaction? If you’ve said yes to any of the above then you have strings attached to your giving... How do you know for sure that you haven’t been practising clean giving? If you’re feeling resentment, frustration, anger, sadness, or emptiness, you are not truly giving just to give. It IS possible to give generously without attachment, but that requires boundaries, intention, and a willingness to sit in the discomfort of perhaps choosing NOT to give. That might sound tough, but you don’t have to do it alone. I coach driven women just like you who are chronic givers and people-pleasers. If you are willing to be uncomfortable with what’s really going on inside yourself, I can guide you, judgement-free, to a place of giving generously while also embracing how to RECEIVE. I have 1:1 coaching spots available, so DM me. I can’t wait to talk with you. And if you want to hear from a client who is undertaking this journey, herself, listen to the #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 75: What’s Your Capacity for Receiving with My Special Guest Jill R. Stevens Listen to the full episode with the link https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/

If you’ve ever lost weight Been proud of yourself Told yourself, I’ve really got it this time... Then fallen off the wagon And started beating yourself up And telling yourself you’re not good enough, and that you can’t have it all... You are not alone. This is a common cycle, and so many women have endured it. Here’s a secret: That story about being not good enough, about being unable to have it all have you considered where it originated? I mean what makes this true? I’ve bet you’ve heard it so many times, you don’t question it. It’s become part of the fabric of your life. Personally I don’t buy into these stories anymore because I CHOOSE to no longer believe them. You don’t have to believe them either. You might not even realize that many of the things you’ve come to believe are NOT facts yet they drive your habits and behaviours day in and day out. This I can’t have it all may be the EXACT story that’s holding you back from feeling like you’re enough. From feeling deserving. From truly believing in your core that you CAN have exactly what you want. From creating the change you desire. What more needs to happen for you to stop this cycle? I’ve opened the doors to Weight Loss From Within if YOU are the type of person who is ready to ditch self-loathing and commit to having what you want by getting rid of what you don’t. It’s time to burn some beliefs and create a better you from the inside out. A woman who goes after everything she wants because she KNOWS she deserves to have everything her heart desires. Weight Loss From Within is a transformative program with 30 carefully-selected journal prompts to help you explore and shed the stories that are holding you back. Along with support from a compassionate community of other women and live coaching with me, you’ll make strides you never thought possible. The doors are now open. Sign up here: http://lisacarpenter.ca/wfwlive I would be honoured to support you. See more

How do you feel about your body? Be honest. That’s the first question we explore in Weight Loss From Within.... Yes, it might be difficult to be confronted with a question like that. I’ve had many clients admit to breaking into tears when they put pen to paper and admitted the truth about how they really, truly felt about their bodies. But do you know what’s even more difficult? Continuing to suffer at your own hand. You might be living in yo-yo diet hell. Or perhaps you’re simply hating your body. Feeling insecure with how you look, move, and exist in the world. BTW this impacts women who don’t struggle with their weight because THIS is not a weight problem. What if you could go from hating your body to loving it in just a few weeks? And nothing needs to change on the scale to make this happen... (In fact, making this mindset shift will help you become healthier and pave the way for easy weight loss if that is one of your goals.) Weight Loss From Within is a transformative 6 week program with 30 direct journal prompts, live coaching and a compassionate community to help you dig deep and uncover what is holding you back. The doors for Weight Loss From Within are now open. Sign up today! http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwlive See more

Losing weight is not that hard. My dear friend and client Cristina said this on Episode 88 of #thefullfrontallivingpodcast and this revelation completely amazed her. So much of weight loss comes down to what we eat, but so few of us know how to give our bodies proper nutrition. So when Cristina learned more about what fuels her body, the pounds came off easily.... But then she hit some roadblocks she wasn’t expecting. And I’m guessing you have, too. Think about it. If you’ve dieted in the past, you’ve lost weight. In fact, you’ve probably lost the same pounds over and over again. So why is it that so many of us end up repeating old patterns that put us right back where we started? It’s not because there’s something wrong with the food you’re eating, or with you. You may or may not have already realized It comes down to the emotional weight you’re carrying. This emotional weight keeps you locked in to old habits. It prevents you from moving forward and achieving what you want to accomplish. It keeps you from feeling amazing, confident, and capable in your own body. So instead of getting back on the diet train and telling yourself, This time is going to be different, it’s probably obvious you’re realizing that you need to approach this differently. The doors for Weight Loss From Within are NOW open. This is that completely different approach and it’s exactly what you’ve been missing. Sign up for Weight Loss From Within here: http://lisacarpenter.ca/wfwlive And make sure you listen to Episode 88 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: What Stories About Your Body Are Keeping You Stuck? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/

What is it costing you to never feel good about your body? What more needs to happen before you truly begin to value your health? Why specifically do you struggle to make yourself a priority? ...can feel too big to answer.... It can be difficult to break down and uncover the beliefs and stories you’re carrying about your body, relationship with food, and self-worth. You’ve probably developed a lifelong habit of burying them and numbing them out. In Weight Loss From Within, I’ve developed a series of 30 direct, accessible journal prompts that make it straightforward to dig deep. By answering them, you’ll radically disrupt the subconscious core beliefs holding you back. Everyone who has gone through this program has discovered something they didn’t know about themselves. They’ve learned something that was key to unlocking why they’ve struggled to lose weight and feel great in their bodies for years. This program is about more than weight loss. It will also help you lose the EMOTIONAL weight that is holding you down. Enrollment for Weight Loss From Within will begin soon. Join the waitlist here: http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist And while you wait, listen to Episode 87 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: Chocolate Won’t Make You Feel Better, Here’s What Will. Listen to the full episode with this link https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/

The next time you feel like reaching for a sugary snack, first think about the acronym H.A.L.T. Are you Hungry? ... Angry or Anxious? Lonely? Tired? Any time you experience two or more of these triggers, you are more likely to make decisions you usually wouldn’t. Being hungry, angry, lonely, or tired can send you into a spiral of disconnection from yourself, your feelings, and your body. When this happens to you, here are two things you can do. First, check in with yourself, and get honest about what you’re feeling. If you’re exhausted from working late and anxious about a deadline chances are you don’t actually need that snack but simply need to REST and remind yourself that everything will get done (because it always does). Second, your body DOES need to eat for energy, so be prepared by making it a priority to have food on hand that will nourish you when you feel that slump coming on. For more tips like this, a community of like-minded women, and a chance to explore and dismantle the emotional triggers behind your eating behaviours, I invite you to join my transformational program, Weight Loss From Within. Enrollment begins soon. More than just a weight loss program, you’ll explore the WHY behind your struggle to lose weight. I promise, if you do the work, you’ll have so many light bulb moments, it’ll be like New Year’s Eve in Times Square. Join the waitlist here: http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist In the meantime, listen to Episode 87 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: Chocolate Won’t Make You Feel Better, Here’s What Will. Listen to the full episode with this link https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/

My most recent podcast episode is such a special one to me. My client, @ajec.taylor , talks all about the major shifts she has experienced over the past few years through coaching conversations we’ve had together. In fact, I was so honoured to learn she literally remembers the first time she heard me speak. I was giving an interview, and everything I said about loving yourself was resonating with her AND making her super uncomfortable. This high-achieving, people-pleasing ...perfectionist and mom of 2 was forced to confront her emotions, feelings, and stories that were holding her back. After learning more and working with me through Weight Loss From Within, she has undergone a complete transformation. She has woken up to realize what she’s capable of. She has gone from hating her body to feeling compassion and gratitude for it. She has learned how to set boundaries with her loved ones to meet her own needs. She has discovered how to slow down, ask for what she needs, and truly care for herself. Now she is leaner, stronger, and feels comfortable in her own skin. She truly loves her body and, more importantly, herSELF. All of this from a program about weight loss. Enrollment for Weight Loss From Within will begin soon. Join the waitlist here: http://www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist While you wait, listen to Episode 86 of the Full Frontal Living Podcast: Weight Loss from Within. Allison’s Transformational Journey to Loving Herself. Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/

If you've lost weight dieting but then put it back on again and found yourself back into old patterns and habits whatever you DID to lose weight DID NOT WORK. "but Lisa it did. I lost weight.... IF YOU PUT THE WEIGHT BACK ON IT DID NOT WORK. Read that again ... That's like an alcoholic getting dry for a month to "prove" he doesn't have a problem with alcohol. These are the lies you innocently tell yourself that support your faulty belief systems that are keeping you trapped. This means you just keep doing what you’ve been doing but keep wondering what's wrong with you... Losing weight is EASY and I know you know this because YOU have lost weight probably more times than you can count. When you make the commitment to eating better and moving more you WILL lose weight, however, if you don't get honest with yourself about how your thoughts and beliefs about your body are playing a role in your transformation you'll never achieve what you want long term. So you’ve got one of two choices... jump back on the wagon and most likely repeat your same old patterns OR Explore the relationship you're having with your body and your health from the inside out. If you aren’t willing to love and appreciate your body NOW what makes you believe that weight loss is the magic bullet to fixing that problem? Sure you will feel good for a while, you'll have more energy and a dash more confidence but if you haven’t changed how you fundamentally value your body and your health pretty soon the patterns of the past will surface and you'll be right back to square one. Until you get that you can't DO your way to loving your body, no amount of physical transformation will be permanent. Successful weight loss requires a commitment to something more important than just what you’re eating {and truly healthy, successful people KNOW this} You need to be committed to BECOMING the woman who puts her physical and emotional wellbeing at the top of her priorities. This means no longer viewing exercise as the means to an end or tolerating the care of your body being an afterthought. But hey what do I know I’ve only been doing this work with women for almost 2 decades and am constantly IN this work for myself. So go ahead and pull up those meal plans and when you're still in the same place a year from now, maybe then you'll be ready to get serious about addressing the actual problem OR make the decision to click the link in my bio and get on the waitlist for Weight Loss From Within and transform your body from the inside out. If you're interested in joining the Weight Loss From Within program jump on the waitlist because we'll be opening doors soon. You'll be the first to know. www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist #sorrynotsorry #itsnotaboutthefood

This man I can’t imagine my life without him. No special reason or anniversary behind this post just simply reflecting on our journey together and excited for the adventures that lay ahead. Consciously creating our extraordinary life one day at a time. ... We shared our story on episode 36 of #thefullfrontallivingpodcast and it’s been my most downloaded episode ever. Recovery from addiction and codependency is 100 % possible when each individual is committed to their own growth. Contrary to popular belief you don’t grow as a couple if each of you don’t focus on YOU first. I’m proud of us and hope our story inspires and brings hope to others. We’re not perfect nor do we strive to be but we continue to be committed to nurturing ourselves and our relationship so we can enjoy many many more years filled with peace and joy. You can create anything you want if you’re willing to leave behind all the beliefs holding you back and the behaviours that are keeping you numbed out and disconnected. It’s as simple as realizing the problem you think you have isn’t the real problem... If you keep repeating patterns trying to get a different result but always end up back at square one THIS means you’re not addressing the real problem. It might be in relationships, with your body, your weight, your money, your debt, your kids, your business ... you name it... if you haven’t created the results you want YOU are the problem #sorrynotsorry If YOU don’t change nothing will change. I’m opening the doors to Weight Loss From Within sooooon so if you’re ready to uncover what’s been sabotaging your attempts to love your body or lose weight before you do anything else click the link in my bio to get on the waitlist Prepare to have your by what you discover

As you are aware I was signed up to do the #WBFF competition in April of 2020. The decision to do this show was to intentionally take me outside of my comfort zone. Put me in a gym and ask me to move heavy weight around NO PROBLEM. Put me in front of a camera, ask me to pose like a model, celebrate my body in public and embrace my sexy feminine side . UGH. Just because it looks like this wouldn’t be something I struggle with doesn’t mean I don’t.... I have stopped myself from doing so. many. things. in the past because not only was I afraid of being judged but I was also judging myself. 2020 Lisa is all about living with an open heart and giving ZERO fucks. I gave myself permission to embrace my feminine and sexy side. I gave myself permission to dress up, have fun and celebrate my body in a way I never have before. Ladies you get to want what you want and play with your RANGE. You can be smart AND sexy. You can be funny AND pretty. You can be independent AND be supported. You can be POWERFUL and you can be soft. You can be strong AND you can be vulnerable. You can want to transform your body AND love it at the same time. You can have dreams that others don’t understand or disagree with AND you can achieve them because YOU want them. You can put on a pair of wings, a sparkly bikini and a pair of stilettos AND be a powerful leader and coach who transforms lives ;) My journey is MY journey. I’m not here to edit myself to make anyone feel comfortable. That’s not the role of a leader. And make no mistake about it, I’m here to lead. Body transformation was NOT about hating my body and it doesn’t need to be for you either. You can love your body AND want to change it #truth The doors to Weight Loss From Within are opening soon. If you're ready to release the stories holding YOU back sign up and be the first to know when registration is open. www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist Boudoir shots / prof images cred Jennifer Williams See more

Let's talk about the relationship you're having with your body.... You may or may not have realized YOUR BODY is a direct reflection of how you think and feel about yourself. Treating your body like an afterthought means you're treating YOURSELF as an afterthought. It's the vehicle you get to DO life in. It's the vessel that allows you to live out your soul's purpose.... It lets you see, hear, smell, taste and touch your physical world. It allows you to be ALIVE. If you're feeding it crap If you're not hydrating it If you're not giving it rest If you're not giving it movement If you're feeding it toxic thoughts If you're hating on how it looks You will destroy it. It will support you until it no longer can. Think about that. It's the ultimate co-dependent relationship... You treat your body like crap yet it CONTINUES to show up for you and give you LIFE. Would you stay in a relationship with a person who treated you the way you're treating your body? If you want to live your best life and do great things in this world then you must HONOUR your most valuable piece of equipment. Successful people KNOW that they can only serve at their highest level by making their relationship with their physical body a number ONE priority. REST MOVE EAT TO NOURISH PLAY LOVE EVERY BIT OF SKIN YOU'RE IN BE PRESENT TO ALL FIVE SENSES IN THE MOMENT When you fundamentally shift the energy behind the "DOING" of these activities you take self-care to a higher level. Self-care isn't something you do... it's an EMBODIED way of BE-ing in a relationship with yourself. Physically, emotionally and spiritually. If you struggle to make your physical well-being a priority and have never liked, let alone LOVED your body before you do anything else click the link in my bio and get on the waitlist for my 6 week intensive program Weight Loss From Within. How much more time are you willing to waste not feeling good about the skin you're in? What more are you willing to miss out on in your life because you KNOW you're holding yourself back because of how you feel about your body? See more

Have you ever burned it all down? Been there. For years, I tried everything I could to make my business work. I bounced from course to course and mentor to mentor, searching for the right answer, the right strategy. And then finally, I’d had enough, and I said, Screw it, I’m burning down everything.... I stopped launching products. I deleted thousands of people off my list. I left groups and communities. It wasn’t without some anxiety. After all, I’d gotten used to seeking approval from others. But in time, I started listening to myself and my values more deeply. I tuned into my feminine energy. I started to TRUST MYSELF. I fully reclaimed my power and leaned into my intuition. Because I already had all the strategies and answers I needed. The result? A business that’s more profitable than ever and that is aligned (in terms of offers and positioning) with how I can best show up in the world. I’m not suggesting you burn it all down, but I AM suggesting you tune into Episode 79 of the #fullfrontallivingpodcast where @pattydominguez_ and I discuss business positioning and so much more. Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 79: Do You Trust Yourself Enough to Stand Out? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ If you're interested in joining the Weight Loss From Within program jump on the waitlist because we'll be opening doors soon. You'll be the first to know www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist

Have you ever not known what to say (especially about yourself as a business owner, or about your company)... so you just don’t say anything at all? The truth is you put higher expectations on yourself than anyone else. If you mess up and get something wrong, the person who’s going to be hardest on you is YOU. What would be possible for you if you focused more on showing up than on getting it right?... Would you be able to land that client WITHOUT the perfect branding? Would you be able to get that podcast interview WITHOUT the perfect pitch? ...Maybe so. You won’t know until you try. And until you try, you can get frozen in a place of indecision and fear. I get it, I used to be addicted to perfectionism, too. But I want you to ask yourself, who are you REALLY afraid of disappointing? My friend, fellow coach, and positioning expert, @pattydominguez_ and I talk about this and so much more in #thefullfrontallivingpodcast. Take a listen. Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 79: Do You Trust Yourself Enough to Stand Out? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ If you're interested in joining the Weight Loss From Within program jump on the waitlist because we'll be opening doors soon. You'll be the first to know. www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist

Do you remember learning about blind spots when you were first becoming a driver? We all have blind spots in our lives, too. Take me, for example. In the past, I had NO idea I was a chronic over-DOer, and that I was caught up in being busy all the time. I thought I was just ambitious and driven. And I WAS, but I was also a control freak who was super hard on myself and pushed myself all the time.... It took me a long time to learn that rest is actually a success strategy. That realization has been critical for me. It’s a huge part of how I’ve been able to transform my physique, develop a successful business, and create a life that brings me joy. Sometimes you just have to slow your roll. You’ve probably realized you don’t know what your blind spots are (that’s why they’re called blind spots) but I guarantee that, when you coach with me, we can find them quickly. That might sound scary, because once you know your blind spots, you can’t unknow them.... You’ll be in the position to take personal responsibility for your behaviours and choices so that you can change. That’s the path of growth and transformation. You don’t have to go it alone. I’ll be there with you, every step of the way. I invite you to apply for a 1:1 transformational coaching session with me on my website (link in bio). To get a taste of what it’s like to work with me, dive into the #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 76: Do You Need to Rest or Push Through? How Do You Learn the Difference and Make Better Choices? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ If you're interested in joining the Weight Loss From Within program jump on the waitlist because we'll be opening doors soon. You'll be the first to know. www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist

I don’t know who needs to hear this hard truth, but that overwhelm you’re feeling? It’s a choice. And honestly, I’ve been right there with you lately. All of us have faced a change in our schedules and habits due to the Coronavirus, and our brains have to think through more decisions and choices. We’re less able to partition our time, because our home is also our office, the school, the gym, the movie theater, you name it. ... The old autopilot you had before COVID-19 doesn’t work anymore, and that means you’re experiencing mental fatigue. But overwhelm doesn’t serve me, and it doesn’t serve you. So what can you do? Ask yourself better questions (like What do I need to get done today? instead of looking days and weeks into the future). Acknowledge and celebrate the progress you ARE making. Release judgement and get curious. Give yourself a lot of grace. Stop telling yourself you should be doing more. Should doesn’t serve you, either. And have MORE FUN by trying something new like handstand shoulder taps ;) To learn more, tune into the #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 76: Do You Need to Rest or Push Through? How Do You Learn the Difference and Make Better Choices? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ If you're interested in joining the Weight Loss From Within program jump on the waitlist because we'll be opening doors soon. You'll be the first to know. www.lisacarpenter.ca/wfwwaitlist

I thought I was a broken person. This is what my brilliant, beautiful friend and client @jillreneestevens believed about herself when we first met. Not only did she think she was broken, she thought she needed to be fixed, and that she didn’t know how to live life. Everyone in her life was in her inner circle because she didn’t know how to set up boundaries. She shared deep parts of herself with them, and then felt disappointed when they didn’t appreciate her.... Giving, giving, giving. This was Jill’s life, because putting up boundaries sounded mean. She worried she’d disappoint people who HAD been in her inner circle but weren’t allowed in anymore. But here’s what Jill learned, and what I want you to learn, too: Boundaries aren’t about trying to make someone else change. Boundaries are what allow you to thrive in your relationship with someone else anyone else. Boundaries are about claiming responsibility for your behaviour and actions and putting the onus on ourselves. This isn’t easy. It’s uncomfortable, especially for givers and people pleasers. It can feel like we’re taking a previously-held privilege away, and that conversation is challenging to have. But if the relationship matters to you, the boundary will allow you to thrive in it, instead of feeling sucked dry by it. They allow you to stop feeling so damn exhausted all the time. Boundaries are the key to your relationships (with your partner, your kids, your clients, your friends, your parents everyone). You can still be generous AND have boundaries, I promise. If this sounds tough, listen to the #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 75: What’s Your Capacity for Receiving with My Special Guest Jill R. Stevens Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ See more

When I made my most recent decision to get back up on stage, it wasn’t about validating my body. When I first began to compete more than a decade ago I can reflect back and see with such clarity that my drive, determination and discipline was rooted in not feeling good enough. In fact for most of my life my accomplishments were me attempting to fill the hole created by my low self worth. I was constantly chasing my worthiness trying to prove myself. In all fairnes...s I was totally unaware that this was the energy driving all my DO-ing. My self worth back in the day was 100% dependent on what I was DOING not on who I was BEING. This time was different. I’ve done my healing work around this and can say without a doubt that I love, honour and have a deep sense of self worth and enoughness. I still have my drive and ambition but now it comes from a place of love and this one simple question... What’s possible for me? I wanted to know what was possible if I got committed and disciplined about my workouts and nutrition at an entirely new level. I wanted to know what was possible if I took being an athlete again seriously. I wanted to know what was possible if I embraced my femininity and allowed myself to integrate the smart, deeply feeling, serious side of me with the sexy, strong and fierce side of me that for the most part was pretty private. I wanted to know if I could be a successful coach and entrepreneur AND rock out a bikini with wings at 47. Most importantly I wanted to know if I could move past judging myself for wanting ALL OF IT. I wanted to challenge my stories and beliefs and lean into the discomfort that is part of the transformational journey. This wasn’t an overnight process. It took me a YEAR before I was ready to work with my coach, @yourhealthyhedonista. But when I was, she helped keep me on track and stay accountable to my why. She pushed me to define my goal, challenged my mindset and encouraged me to embrace the journey (especially the parts that felt the hardest). I more than learned what’s possible for me and preparing for the stage reminded me of just how incredibly empowering its to see what my body and mind are capable of and not just in the gym ;) What’s possible for you if you embraced your body, committed to your dreams and took your foot off the brakes? What are you terrified to admit you want? If you’re feeling that tug to work together, DM me or simply book a session through the link in my bio. I support ambitious women getting more of what they want without burnout while learning to LOVE themselves more. Episode 74: After the Show: My Fitness Content Prep Debrief Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ photo cred @sandra_steier_photography Sandra Steier See more

Where to start... I've been putting off writing not because I have nothing to say but simply because I haven't had the words. To be honest I still don't. This is how transformation happens.... Wake up calls don't come as whispers. And transformation requires disruption & destruction. I don't have the answers but I'm committed to being part of the change. I'm committed to doing my work around diversity and inclusion. I'm committed to being responsible for educating myself. I'm committed to understanding racism, anti-racism, and privilege. I'm committed to having a voice and using it to dismantle racism. I'm committed to doing better. I'm listening and I care. Deeply. Healing takes time, courage and commitment. It takes compassion, kindness and forgiveness. Change IS happening. Find the path that supports you being a part of this work and allow yourself to be a learner and if you need some resources send me a DM and I'll share the people I'm listening to. Tune into my IG stories where I'm also sharing. Last week I recorded an episode on #thefullfrontallivingpodcast to try to put into words how I was feeling. It was messy. I did my best and welcomed the conversation with @emilyaarons. You can tune into episode #82 of The Full Frontal Living Podcast on iTunes or on my website

Just like we put food IN our bodies every day, we also put clothes ON our bodies. And yet for many of us, something so important becomes an afterthought. You might think about how the food you eat makes you feel, but when’s the last time you thought about how the CLOTHES you wear make you feel?... I want to introduce you to my dear friend @nicoleotchy - a talented personal stylist for ambitious women, host of The Self Styled Podcast, and creator of the Style Your Brand program. Nicole thinks about clothes with the same intentionality as I think about food. In fact, I recently brought her into my #weightlossfromwithin community as a guest expert for this very reason. The way you dress yourself impacts your mood, your self-image, your energy. No, that doesn’t mean you have to wear stilettos and pencil skirts every day. Some days, it’s ALL about comfort. And other days, it’s about showing up powerfully. It all comes back to intention. Yes, I’m aware there’s a pandemic happening, but even now, working from home, managing your kids, creating a new routine you can dress with intention. This conversation goes deep, so check out the #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 77: What Do You Wear to a Pandemic? Listen to the full episode with the link in the bio @lisacarpenterinc or go to https://lisacarpenter.ca/podcast/ #fullfrontalliving #mindsetmatters #transformyourmindset #trustyourintuition #trustyourintuitions #emotionalwellbeing #emotionalwellness #feelyourfeelings #highestself #innerjourney #lifestylechanges #livelifeonyourterms #loveyourself #makeyouapriority #masteryourwellbeing #personalgrowth #putyourselffirst #qualityoflife #selfcareisntselfish #selfloving #loveyourbodynow #lovingmybody #highachievers #highperformance #empoweredwomen #womenempoweringwomen #womeninspiringwomen #womenwholead See more

My mom Anyone else missing hugs from their parents? Joy is found in simplicity. ... A smile. A hug. Holding hands. Has anyone else noticed the sounds of nature seem more pronounced these days? Or how 6ft can feel like the width of the Grand Canyon when you can’t touch the people you love. What things have you come to value more? What has COVID taught you about your life? What are you ready to release for good so you can THRIVE in whatever new normal you choose to create post pandemic? What do you want MORE of when we enter into post pandemic life? All questions I’m pondering and shared in a conversation with my dear friend @lisacorduff this week on #thefullfrontallivingpodcast. Pour yourself a cup of tea and listen in on episode 78. Link in bio to The Full Frontal Living Podcast Episode 78: How to create a new normal where you can thrive with my guest @lisacorduff

I wrote a blog post in 2014 about being a mom and turned it into episode 15 of #TheFullFrontalLivingPodcast and I post it every Mother's Day. My journey as a mom has come a long way and I'm proud of how I show up for my kids today. I lean into the uncomfortable conversations, share my feelings and let my boys truly see me. I lead by allowing vulnerability into my relationships and admitting when I'm not behaving my best.... It goes by so fast and our children are just on loan to us. My job was to give them life and hold space for them to grow into men and allow them to have their journey. They can't get life right or wrong any more than I can. They get to make choices, switch directions, feel joy, pain and loss. They'll have disappointments and struggles but also victories and celebrations. You can't screw up your kids if you're committed to loving them deeply. If you believe you are, please stop. Do your best, work on being the best YOU that you can be and it will translate into being a better mom. Forgive yourself and let go of your parenting mis-steps because we've all had them. Model compassion and empathy to your kids. Treat yourself the way you want them to treat themselves. Stop talking negatively about your body and reflect on if it's ok for your kids to speak to themselves that way. Be the adult you want your child to grow into. Teach, don't tell. Model, don't dictate. Communicate and let them see you and they'll let you see them. Your kids are your mirrors so look at your reflection without looking away. Release perfection and give them the gift of being ok with making mistakes. Lastly, celebrate the gift you are to the world and that you've brought a bigger gift to the world through your kids. Happy Mother's Day! #fullfrontallivingpodcast Episode 15: How to stop yelling at your kids and be a great mom Listen to the full episode by copy and pasting this link into your browser: https://lisacarpenter.ca/episode-15-how-to-stop-yelling-at/

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You can't do your way to transformation and if you're the kind of person who wants to feel better I guarantee that's not going to happen if you're living with your face in your screen. The universe has given us all an opportunity to enjoy the things you probably previously told yourself you didn't have time for (circumstance). Exercise, eating healthy, learning to cook, starting that hobby, spending more quality time with your kids or spouse, reading, creating art, playing... an instrument, learning a new language, taking up yoga or meditation, cleaning your closet, purging your garage or doing the things you love... Are you going to make this time count or are you going to come out the other side of this wondering what happened to all your "free" time? Are you going to spend your days numbing out and distracting yourself with Netflix, wine, cheeto's and social media? When regular programming starts up again are you going to be proud of the choices you made or will you still be finding reasons to blame the circumstances for your lack of commitment? If you've been living the "when" "then" story WHEN is NOW. If you want to feel better and transform your life this means you must be willing to take 100% responsibility for your physical and emotional well-being. I find it FASCINATING that we're living in a world where so many are terrified of getting sick yet these same people are 100% committed to the behaviours and habits that create poor health pandemic or not. #TRUTH From the thoughts you think to the food you eat, YOU are choosing to create health or illness (and I'm not just talking COVID). Cancer, diabetes, heart disease etc aren't going away when we flatten the curve. When you BECOME the person who makes their relationship with their physical and emotional health a priority you'll also become the person who creates a life filled with joy, well-being, prosperity and success. Now is the perfect time to get a coach, therapist, counsellor or whatever suits you to support you creating the habits that will keep you healthy and emotionally well XO Lisa

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Life is *life-ing* right now. My oldest broke his clavicle on Thursday night and it’s been back and forth to the hospital waiting on surgery until today. It’s been scheduled and changed multiple times. ... These are the moments you can lose yourself to your circumstances or surrender and be adaptable. Trying to control what we can’t and creating stress and chaos serves no one. Here’s the thing... in every moment of everyday you get to choose how you’re going to show up. You are NEVER a victim of your circumstances unless you choose to be a victim. It’s 100% possible to create ease even when life happens. It’s 100% possible to still make your well-being a priority when life happens. It’s 100% possible to be there for the people you love AND be there for yourself. It’s 100% possible to slow down, acknowledge what you’re feeling and not go into over functioning or over-doing to numb out. It’s 100% possible to show yourself compassion in the tough moments and continue to move forward. When you understand that surrender isn’t about giving up but is simply handing it over, trusting and having faith that everything is working out even when it doesn’t feel like it. Control is an illusion and is fear based. I’m still getting my training in for my show. I’m still getting my meals prepped (full days worth with me at the hospital)and I’m still making rest, calm and ease a priority. I’m not worried about what I can’t control but asking myself what I can be 100% responsible for. Take a listen to today’s episode of #thefullfrontallivingpodcast to learn how you can navigate life’s bumps without throwing yourself under the bus in the process. Things we love and value we take care of. That must include YOU regardless of the circumstances. He’ll be as good as new by the end of today with a few plates and screws for added support. I’m grateful for the caring nurses and surgeons putting my babe back together

It's Valentine's day... Are you making interpretations about what your partner is or isn't doing for you? Are you taking responsibility for what you want and need by ASKING?... If you want flowers/ chocolate / dinner out today either ask for them or go buy them for yourself. Seriously. It is 100% your responsibility to meet your needs. It's not your partner's responsibility to read your mind. It is NOT your partner's responsibility to make you feel loved and if you only feel loved in your relationship based on circumstances we need to have a much bigger conversation. When you stop making it mean something about how much your partner loves you or cares about you and your feelings by the actions they do or don't take today you'll see how much of your power you're giving away. Clarity is kindness. (thank you Brené Brown) Asking for what you need and being straight forward in your relationship is LOVE. Being passive aggressive to get what you want is playing a victim and not attractive at all. Just a gentle but firm reminder that YOU are responsible for how you want to feel. Sending you all love xo

For all you thinking yea but Lisa...I’ve had babies and have loose skin So do I. 3 kids later one of which arrived 8 years ago when I was 39. ... Pregnancy 3 was much harder on my body than the first 2 and the bounce back wasn’t quite the same nor did I expect it to be. However I know how amazing the human body is to heal and recover. From childbirth, injury and even burnout. If you show up for your body it WILL show up for you. Your journey may be different from mine but only you can limit yourself. My loose skin isn’t going anywhere. These pictures were taken 1 day apart and clearly posture plays a role #letskeepitreal. I’m not going on stage bent over so we’re all good Here’s where you’re probably letting yourself down... I am choosing to NOT let my loose skin take up any negative space in my head. I am CHOOSING to not let it mean anything other than how awesome my body is. This is the phenomenal piece of machinery I was gifted with to experience my life in. I’m proud of all the things it’s done to support my extraordinary life experiences. It’s my partner and I’m grateful for it everyday. What are you CHOOSING to think or believe about your body? Are you grateful for it or are you constantly berating it for not being good enough or looking a certain way? You get to CHOOSE your thoughts so how much longer are you willing to limit yourself and what you’re capable of?

After seeing the internet explode with opinions on the Super Bowl half time show a fire has been lit in my belly. I’d held myself back most of my life from doing the things I’ve wanted to do or sharing parts of my world because I was afraid I would be judged, not taken seriously and that I would drive away the women I’m here to support. What today confirmed is that people will judge and that I just don’t care anymore what anyone thinks of me. ... This is MY journey and I’m no longer available to judge myself for wanting what I want. The judgement that is most TOXIC is self judgement. The women I inspire will rise alongside me and the women and men who judge... well they’re not my people. I’m a deep feeler and I’m aware that I trigger some people and in the past I would have clipped my wings in an effort to save them from feeling bad. That is no longer my problem to solve. None of us have the responsibility of caretaking how someone else may or may not be feeling. My responsibility is to show up as my best self but how that is received by someone else is none of my business. The question you need to ask yourself is what is it costing you to hold yourself back? Not everyone wants to master a catwalk but everyone has unmet dreams and desires. What are yours? Where are you holding yourself back from unapologetically going for it? I’ve grown a multi 6 figure business, while raising a family, putting my physical and emotional well-being first AND I’m going to crush the #wbff stage at 47. As for being a role model for my boys... they are proud of their mom and are learning what it looks like when a woman shows up in her full feminine energy and power. Smart, sexy, strong, soft, nurturing and capable. Jake cued the music for me and framed my runway Ladies it’s time we stop tearing each other down and embrace the RANGE we get to own as women. Celebrate yourself and each other. XX