Ep 913: How To Free Yourself From Body Shaming & Equating Appearance with Value with Sarah Stites
Release Date: 03/30/2026
Ep 932: Let It Rip Friday - Stay the Path! You are Exactly Where You Need to Be with Linda Mitchell
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Today, Linda is sharing some thoughts on the power of perseverance. It can feel like things are going wrong, and it’s tough to keep going, but you’re exactly where you need to be.
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Ep 931 From Exhausted to Alive Again: The Nervous System Reset Women Need with Dr. Julie Merriman
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
What if nothing is actually wrong with you? In this powerful episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with Dr. Julie Merriman — PhD, trauma specialist, certified sex counselor, and nervous system expert — to unpack a conversation many women are feeling deeply… but rarely saying out loud. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, your energy, your confidence, or your desire and wondered whether it’s “just aging,” this episode may completely change the way you see yourself. Dr. Julie explains why so many high-achieving women over 50 are stuck in nervous...
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Ep 930: Michelle Delamor Reveals What It Really Takes to Bet on Yourself
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What happens when success no longer feels fulfilling? In this episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with Michelle Delamor — entrepreneur, producer, speaker, former American Idol finalist, and co-founder of — for a powerful conversation about reinvention, purpose, confidence, and building a life that aligns with who you truly are. After gaining national attention on American Idol, Michelle realized visibility and achievement alone were not enough. That realization led her to create businesses, media platforms, and impact-driven movements focused on empowerment,...
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Ep 929: The Power of Saying No: Boundaries, Burnout & Reclaiming Your Life with Ginny Priem
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What if saying “no” was actually the key to a healthier, more aligned life? In this episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with Ginny Priem — keynote speaker, master certified life coach, author, and creator of the UNSUBSCRIBE framework — for a powerful conversation about boundaries, burnout, people-pleasing, and the emotional cost of constantly saying yes. In a culture that glorifies hustle, overcommitment, and constant availability, many people are left feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from themselves. Ginny shares why boundaries are not selfish, why...
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Ep 928: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs and Stepping Into Your Authentic Power with Claudia Noriega-Bernstein
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What if the life you’re living isn’t actually aligned with who you truly are? In this episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with Claudia Noriega-Bernstein, award-winning author and inner abundance coach, to talk about breaking free from limiting beliefs, rebuilding your identity, and stepping fully into authenticity. Claudia shares her powerful journey from early success in television to navigating major life transitions as a single mom — and how those experiences led her to help women reconnect with their truth and redefine success on their own terms. This...
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Ep 927: This Is What Sugar Is Doing to Your Brain Right Now with Mike Collin
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In this episode, we dive deep into the truth about sugar addiction and why so many people feel stuck in a cycle of cravings, emotional eating, and energy crashes. Mike Collins shares his personal journey from long-term recovery into uncovering the powerful effects sugar has on the brain and body. We explore how sugar impacts dopamine, behavior, and emotional patterns, and why breaking free requires more than just willpower. We also talk about fructose, hidden sugars, and what really happens during a sugar detox—including what to expect in the first few days. If you’ve ever felt out of...
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Ep 926: Dating With Intention, Breaking Self-Sabotage, and Bringing Marriage Back with Jackie Dorman
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Modern dating is broken — or at least, that’s how it feels for many people navigating swipe culture, endless options, and surface-level connections. In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T, Linda Mitchell sits down with relationship expert Jackie Dorman, founder of the Last Year Single® movement, to unpack what’s really happening in today’s dating world — and how to shift from frustration to intentional love. With more than 25 years of experience and over 1,600 marriages created since 2020, Jackie shares her bold perspective on why dating...
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Ep 925: Why “Normal Labs” Don’t Mean You’re Healthy with Dr. Adrijana Kekic
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In this episode, Linda sits down with Dr. Adrijana Kekic, a leader in precision pharmacogenomics and founder of Futurome, to unpack why so many people feel unwell despite being told their labs are “normal.” After a personal health crisis that conventional testing missed, Dr. Kekic shifted her focus toward early detection using integrated genetic, metabolic, and molecular analysis. They discuss: What “cellular drift” is and why it matters Why traditional labs miss early dysfunction The hidden role of insulin resistance Why women’s biology is often overlooked in longevity How to take...
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Ep 924: The Hidden Power Struggles No One Talks About with Zoe Lister Jones
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In this episode, we sit down with actress, writer, and director Zoe Lister Jones to talk about her latest projects The Miniature Wife and Slip, now streaming on Peacock. We dive into the deeper meaning behind relationships, power dynamics, identity, and what it really means to feel seen and heard. Zoe shares insights on creating bold, thought provoking stories, navigating creativity, and embracing personal evolution. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt stuck, overlooked, or ready for a new version of themselves. Topics include: relationships and power dynamics...
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Ep 923: What If Autism Isn’t What We Thought? with Joseph P. Infranco
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In this powerful episode, we dive into the story behind Decoding Cody, where a non-speaking autistic young man begins communicating through letter-board spelling—revealing intelligence, awareness, and insight that stunned everyone around him. As his voice emerges, he describes not just thoughts—but a deeper reality, including spiritual experiences that are being echoed by others across the country. What makes this story different? A trial lawyer’s approach to evidence and credibility Consistent accounts across unrelated individuals A tension between skepticism and faith A call to...
info_outlineAre you interested in sustainable weight loss? Have you been worried about your mental struggles around weight? In this episode we dive shaking off the shame around your body and wellness journey. Today, I talk with Sarah Stites. She is the co-founder and CEO of Wavelength, a modern program for healthy eating that combines personalized nutrition with mental health tools. She joins us today to share her personal journey around weight loss, she was diagnosed with PCOS and prediabetes as a teen, gaining 100lbs in a year. While diet programs relied on guilt and body shame, her mom — a PhD with a master’s degree in nutrition science — helped her take a more compassionate approach. That’s what she brings to us today. She is a fierce advocate for “more science, less blame,” and pleasure as an important part of health. We discuss body shaming, healthy weight loss, the mental struggle with body image and so much more. She shares the fact that shame keeps us from meeting our health goals, and the fact that willpower alone will literally never be enough to sustain weight loss. Enjoy!
Questions I asked:
- Where were you before getting weight loss surgery?
- Why did you get surgery?
- How did regaining weight after a weight loss surgery change your behavior?
- What was revealed about you when you were thin, and then when you were overweight?
- How can we help people feel better about themselves?
- What are the steps we can take to reduce shame?
- What have you learned about acceptance since you have gone on this journey?
- How does shame keep us from reaching our health goals?
- How did you take your value away from the number on the scale?
- Why did weight loss become a dirty word?
- Why is it that our willpower alone isn’t enough for sustained weight loss?
- What are your thoughts on intuitive eating and the anti-dieting trend?
- How can we hope to improve our health and navigate the confusing advice?
- What do you value in a person?
- What would you like to tell listeners about their value today?
- What would you like to say to anyone dealing with body shame?
- Where can people find you online?
Topics Discussed:
- Learning to love your body.
- Health at any size.
- Reducing shame around body size.
- Dealing with trauma.
- Diet mentality.
- Peer pressure.
- Shame cycles.
- Eating disorders.
Quotes from the show:
- “There was this feeling of shame that I couldn’t do what everyone was telling me to do – just go on a diet.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
- “So much of my value has nothing to do with what I look like.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
- “I had gained back almost all the weight I lost with surgery in one year.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
- “I was still the same person that I was before I lost the weight.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
- “If you fix one problem, you find another one. I had to change how I was relating to my body.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
- “My shame was so intense, I needed some steps before I got to letting go of it.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
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