EP 159: How I Overcame Anxiety and Depression and Found Strength and Joy Again
Lose the Weight, Keep the Curves
Release Date: 01/13/2025
Lose the Weight, Keep the Curves
In this episode, your host, certified holistic life coach Eva Rodriguez, breaks down the real reason you keep eating past satisfied—even when you’re trying to be "good"—and how to stop the One More Bite Won’t Hurt habit without guilt, restriction, or food obsession. If you're tired of feeling like food has the upper hand—and you want to feel powerful around food instead of powerless—this episode will show you exactly where to start. If you’ve ever thought, “It’s just a few extra bites…” or...
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Wondering whether you need a therapist, a life coach—or both? In this episode, certified holistic life coach Eva Rodriguez breaks down the real difference between therapy and life coaching—so you can finally get clear on what kind of support you actually need right now. Whether you're stuck in the past, spiraling in your own thoughts, or simply overwhelmed by everything on your plate, this episode will help you decide your next step with confidence—not confusion. Eva...
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In part 3 of the Stress Reset Series, your host Eva Rodriguez breaks down exactly what to do when you're feeling anxious AF and your self-soothing tools aren’t working. If you’re constantly anxious, burnt out, or mentally foggy no matter how hard you try, you’re likely dealing with a dysregulated nervous system. This episode is your step-by-step guide to nervous system regulation — designed for high-achieving women who are tired of pushing through stress and anxiety and getting nowhere. Eva...
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In Part 2 of the Stress Reset Series, your host Eva Rodriguez dives deep into a silent epidemic plaguing high-achieving women everywhere—burnout. If you feel wired but tired, constantly overwhelmed, or like you're snapping at everyone for no reason, this episode is your wake-up call (minus the shame, and with a whole lot of strategy). Burnout isn’t just “being tired.” This is your nervous system waving a red flag—and it’s messing with your metabolism, your mood, and your motivation. This is what...
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In part 1 of the Stress Reset Series, your host Eva Rodriguez breaks down one of the biggest hidden obstacles to weight loss. It’s not about willpower. It’s not about knowing what to eat. It’s about what you’re using food to solve. Tune in to learn why stress makes you overeat, how to break the cycle, and the three Reset Points that help you take back control—for good. KEY POINTS What’s the real reason you haven’t lost weight and kept it off? How do emotions drive stress eating (even when you don’t realize it)? The 3 Reset Points...
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In this episode, your host Eva Rodriguez breaks down one of the most overlooked obstacles to weight loss—habit eating. Tune in to learn how these unconscious eating patterns might be sabotaging your results and learn the simple 3-step process to break these habits for good. KEY POINTS: What are the three types of eating that affect weight loss? How do you identify unconscious eating habits that stall weight loss? How long does it take to break a habit eating pattern? What are the 3 steps to stop eating on autopilot?...
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In this episode, your host Eva Rodriguez shares the four major weight loss strategies she no longer teaches—and what she recommends instead for sustainable, long-term results. Tune in to learn: Is exercise really necessary for weight loss, or can you lose weight without it? Why is strength training more important than cardio for long-term weight loss? How do weight loss drugs impact muscle mass, and how can you prevent muscle loss? What’s the problem with intuitive eating, and...
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Something big is changing… and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you! In this episode, I’m making a special announcement that’s been a long time coming—one that came out of a deeply personal (and unexpected) transformation. If you’ve ever felt stuck in heartbreak or like life is forcing you to change and evolve, this one’s for you. 🎧 Press play to hear what’s next! 👉 Click here to subscribe to Eva Rodriguez’s YouTube channel:
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In the final installment of the R.E.S.E.T. Series (Part 6), your host Eva Rodriguez dives into one of the most common but misunderstood weight loss challenges: cortisol belly. If you’ve been struggling with stubborn belly fat, relentless cravings, or feeling like your body is working against you, this episode will uncover the real culprit and what you can do to fix it. Eva shares her personal story of overcoming burnout, heartbreak, and hormonal imbalance, and how these challenges led her to create her 5S Framework for Holistic Transformation....
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In Part 5 of the R.E.S.E.T. Series, your host Eva Rodriguez challenges the traditional approach to productivity and explains why managing your energy is more crucial than managing your time. Drawing from neuroscience and her experience coaching busy, successful and chronically stressed women, Eva breaks down how energy management affects everything from your nervous system to your ability to show up consistently in your transformation journey. KEY POINTS Why traditional time management often leads to burnout How...
info_outlineIn Part 2 of the R.E.S.E.T. Series, your host Eva Rodriguez takes you on a raw and vulnerable journey through one of the most challenging seasons of her life.
⚠️ With a trigger warning for topics including anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma, this episode is deeply personal yet profoundly empowering. Eva shares how she hit her breaking point, navigated through months of emotional and physical exhaustion, and emerged on the other side with a renewed sense of purpose.
Eva’s 5S Framework for Holistic Transformation was born out of this transformative journey—a powerful tool designed to help busy, stressed women reclaim their confidence, health, and identity. This framework combines somatics, strength, subconscious healing, self-love, and satisfaction, offering a roadmap for total transformation.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for a reset, this episode is a testament to the power of resilience, intentionality, and small steps toward change.
KEY POINTS:
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How do you recognize the signs of anxiety and depression taking over your life?
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What are the first steps to overcoming anxiety and depression when you feel stuck?
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Why is it important to address both mental health and physical health during healing??
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What are the benefits of somatic healing and strength training for mental health recovery?
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How can self-love and spirituality help you rebuild confidence after depression?
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How can nervous system regulation help you lose weight and manage stress and anxiety effectively?
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Why is asking for help essential in overcoming anxiety and reclaiming your life?
QUOTABLE:
"You don’t have to figure it all out today, and you don’t have to do it alone. Start with one small step, and remind yourself every day: This is hard, but so is being miserable."
— Eva Rodriguez
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This episode is an unfiltered look into how Eva reclaimed her life, and it’s packed with actionable insights for anyone ready to do the same.
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