Why is weight loss so hard? Wouldn't it be amazing if you could drop an extra five pounds without even trying? What if you could lose weight without counting calories, macros or extreme workouts? Well, it is possible! In this episode of The Chalene Show Podcast, Chalene Johnson shares how she embraced a balanced, holistic lifestyle, prioritizing mental well-being, intuitive eating, and metabolic flexibility. Why she turned away from processed snacks, welcomed whole foods, and started focusing more on how her body felt rather than the numbers on the scale. Her approach is about achieving a sustainable, joyful lifestyle, intertwined with self-love and a positive body image. Learn how Chalene and her husband, Bret, fostered mutual appreciation, deeper connections, and embraced indulgences guilt-free, such as their love for French fries, and debunking the notion of “cheat meals”. Chalene adopted lifestyle habits like ‘diet phasing,’ allowing her eating patterns to be fluid and adapt to her environment and routines, rejecting restrictive diets. During their European travels, they observed and embraced the active lifestyle of the locals, incorporating more walking and meaningful conversations into their daily lives, enriching not just their physical health, but also their relationship. It's not about being consumed with “doing everything right,” but about releasing stress and embracing a harmonious, adaptable approach to life, food, and relationships.  Watch this episode on YouTube! Links from Today’s Episode: Did I Leave Beachbody and The fitness Industry? YouTube My Battle With Orthorexia | Navigating My Addiction to Exercise YouTube Listen Weekly Workout YouTube Listen Join Phase it Up and start creating healthier habits, it isn’t like other diets or programs! PhaseItUp.com   Join me on Patreon 7 Days for FREE!! THE ULTIMATE show for Lifers who want insider-girlfriend-relatable content. In other words, lots more tea! Go to http://chalene.com/more   Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   Try Lume the Whole Body Deodorant!  Get over $5 off your starter pack bundle with code CHALENE at lumedeodorant.com/chalene   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Join our awesome PodSquad on Facebook here!    Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     Links You May Want to Check out: Subscribe to Subscribe to Build Your Tribe!!!  Check out Bret’s Course Money Matters 101 at Chalene.com/moneymatters Be sure to check out the Push Journals and Notebooks!! Go to PushJournal.com Join Phase it Up and start creating healthier habits, it isn’t like other diets or programs! PhaseItUp.com Join the InstaClubHub to go deep in learning all the latest tips and strategies to Instagram growth and engagement! InstaClubHub.com Check out all the Discounts and some of Chalene’s favorite things at Chalene.com/Deals Send Chalene a text message at  (619) 500-4819   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes!!!    Get episode show notes here: www.chalenejohnson.com/podcast    Hey! Send me a tweet & tell me what you think about the show! (Use the Hashtag) #The Chalene Show so I know you’re a homie! XOXO Chalene