In this episode, Vic and Kels dive into the power of modeling what’s possible. They explore how leading by example—and acting as if you already are the person you aspire to be—can shift your identity and inspire growth. By embodying traits like courage, focus, and resilience, you not only expand your own potential but also encourage others to rise …

In today’s episode, Vic and Kels break down a powerful truth from Tony Robbins: “You don’t experience life, you experience the life you focus on.” Life presents both challenges and opportunities, and what you focus on shapes your experience. Together, they explore how the power of choice can be your greatest tool for creating a life that aligns wit…

In today’s episode, Vic and Kels catch up on everything that’s been going on in 2025 and dive into the power of adaptability when life doesn’t go as planned. As James Clear says, “Adaptability is the way of consistency.” Life will always throw unexpected challenges our way, but true resilience comes from learning how to pivot while staying committe…

In today’s episode, Vic and Kels dive into what truly makes fat loss sustainable. If you're tired of quick fixes, crash diets, and the all-or-nothing mindset, this conversation is for you. Tune in to learn the key principles behind long-term fat loss and how to build habits that actually stick—without sacrificing your sanity. 📚 Resources: Click her…

In today's episode, Vic and Kels tackle the challenges of managing stress, anxiety, loneliness, and feelings of inadequacy. Whether you're grappling with emotional eating, fear of rejection, or navigating tough moments in your career, this conversation is packed with actionable tools to help you cope healthfully and regain control. Through heartfel…

In today's episode, Vic and Kels dive deep into the vital role that a supportive partner plays in your health journey. Whether you're focusing on physical fitness, mental well-being, or personal growth, having someone by your side can provide the encouragement, motivation, and accountability needed to keep moving forward. Through personal stories, …

In this episode, Vic and Kels get real about the struggle with all-or-nothing thinking—the mindset that whispers, “If it’s not perfect, it’s not worth it.” Whether it’s skipping a workout, breaking a diet, or missing a journaling day, they share how this pattern has shown up in their own lives and the toll it takes on progress and self-worth. With …

In this deeply personal episode, Vic opens up about a transformative decision: removing the loose skin left after her 160-pound weight loss. This journey has been one of resilience, self-love, and embracing change, and today, she shares what led her to take this next step in her story. 📚 Resources: Click here to book a FREE Breakthrough Call with K…

In this episode, Vic and Kels are back from an unexpected hiatus, catching you up on where they've been and what they've learned along the way. They'll share life updates, celebrate recent wins, and touch on the importance of psychological flexibility. Listen in as they discuss releasing control and embracing courage—no matter where life’s path lea…

Welcome to another episode of Embracing the Gray! Join hosts Vic and Kels as they uncover the transformative power of weekly planning and reflection. In this episode, they dive into how optimizing your time by thoughtfully planning your week can be a game-changer. Whether you’re looking to enhance your productivity or seeking ways to create a more …

Welcome to another episode of Embracing the Gray! Join hosts Vic and Kels as they delve into the profound significance of living in the present moment. In this episode, they emphasize the importance of embracing the here and now, rather than constantly searching for what's next. Through thoughtful discussion and personal anecdotes, Vic and Kels exp…

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels delve into the concept of recommitting to your journey. They emphasize that recommitting does not mean resetting, but rather continuing with renewed focus and determination. After listening to the podcast, take time reflect on the following prompts: What specific goals did you set for yourse…

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels discuss their differing opinions and experiences with 75 Hard- the good, the bad, and how to find balance and sustainability without going to extremes. REDISCOVER YOU STRONG: Click here to join the Waitlist for June Click here to register for the Strength Training 101 Workshop FOOD FREEDOM R…

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels delve into the complexities of late-night eating habits. Exploring five distinct triggers, both internal and external, they invite listeners to embrace curiosity and discover moments of pause in their daily routines. Tune in for insights and strategies to navigate nighttime cravings with min…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels share one of the habits that completely changed their relationship with food, and that's Food Journaling. Discover their all-time favorite app when it comes to helping become more self-aware of not only WHAT you are eating, but even more importantly, HOW & WHY you're eating. FIND FOOD FREEDOM C…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels reflect on 2023 - their goals, accomplishments, setbacks, and areas of improvement. Join them as they guide you through their approach to gearing up for the upcoming year, offering a refreshing, exciting, and practical perspective! 2024 Vision Board Party- January 7th! FOOD FREEDOM RESOURCES: C…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels delve into six transformative keystone habits that have significantly impacted their lives. They talk through each habit, and explore strategies to make them easy, obvious, and convenient. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion and remember...there's no need to wait for January 1 start an…

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels engage in an eye-opening conversation with Carrie B., a participant in the Rediscover You Free Program. Carrie opens up about her experience at the gym, recounting a troubling encounter with a personal trainer who, without inquiring about her health goals and aspirations, handed her a 'low f…

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels provide valuable strategies for navigating the holiday season when discussions about food, diet, and body image arise. They emphasize the art of responsive communication rather than reactive responses, drawing from the fight, flight, or freeze framework. Tune in to discover the various ways you ca…

In this episode, Vic and Kels chat with Abby P who candidly shared her story of working through chronic illness and finding her version of health. She shares how her version of health has shifted over the years, how she dealt with symptoms day to day, and how her relationship with food has been challenged when working through chronic illness. They …

In today's episode, Vic and Kels meet with Queen of Small Things, Jenni Northen, to hear her inspiring story as a healthcare professional who overcame immense challenges, and shifted from feeling buried in survival mode to finding the light and living joyfully. She candidly shares her struggle with sadness, work exhaustion, and fears of judgement b…

Tune into this episode with your hosts Vic and Kels as they discuss navigating relationships, both within ourselves and with others. Through personal anecdotes, they shed light on the phases when self-improvement takes center stage and those moments when nurturing relationships becomes paramount. Check out our shared Google Doc featuring our Fav + …

In today's episode, Vic and Kels pick up right where they left off with Bekah discussing her journey, goals, and undeniable effort to stay present in her day to day all while never missing a beat when it comes to creating beautiful new life experiences. We also discuss Bekah's "aha moment" when it comes to her understanding of food and body weight.…

In this episode, Vic and Kels interview their first ever guest, miss Bekah! Bekah vulnerably shares her journey, delving into her resilience, personal growth, and transformation through the Rediscover You Free program. She candidly shares how she's has continually confronted challenges head-on and redefined her perspective on failure. Moreover, Bek…

If you've ever had a rough or an emotional week (or maybe it's just that time of the month) where it feels like everything is going wrong and you can't do anything "right", this episode is for you. Join Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about Vic's recent emotional struggle during her period and some of the tools and mindset shifts she t…

Join hosts Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about their own personal journeys with food from overly restrictive and obsessive macro/ calorie counting, to full on Intuitive Eating, to now meeting somewhere in the middle. Listen in as they grapple with idea of tracking and measuring food without slipping into old unhealthy mindsets and be…

Join hosts Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about how they came up with the name for their show. Unraveling the essence of "Embracing the Gray," they dive into the framework that underpins a lot of their discussions. Not only that, but they also share practical tips on how to integrate this mindset into your own life! Tune in and embrac…

Tune in today on July 1st as Vic and Kels reflect on the past six months and set new goals for the rest of 2023. They will also delve into the concept of the "gap and the gain" and share how they're using this framework to drive their progress forward. Don't miss out on their valuable insights and learn how you can apply these principles to your ow…

Join Vic and Kels as they engage in a candid discussion about weight stigma and the internalized biases surrounding body weight. Together, they openly share their personal experiences and navigate the complexities of this subject, aiming to foster empathy and understanding for their listeners. RETREAT Get more info here! BOOKS WE LOVE Anti-Diet, Ch…

Join Vic and Kels in this captivating episode of Embracing the Gray as they delve into the powerful insights from "The Day that Turns Your Life Around" by Jim Rohn. Together, they discuss personal turning points that have shaped their lives, emphasizing the significance of simplicity and the power of focusing on ONE THING to initiate transformative…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk all about how to make meal prep super easy and simple so you can feel organized and prepared to nourish your body no matter what season of life you are in. RETREAT Get more info here! BOOKS WE LOVE First Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn …

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the Mirror Principle. Kels shares a bit of a personal moment that recently happened where her own self-defeating narratives created unnecessary drama for her and her new partner in hopes that you can relate it to some of your own narratives and prevent similar experiences in your lif…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the desire to go back on a diet. Oftentimes when we are on our healing journey, it can be uncomfortable to not go back to old habits or behavior patterns of wanting to measure our progress by the scale. It can be difficult to not want the quick hit of weight loss. This is why it is s…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about Victoria's weight loss journey and all that went on behind the scenes of your physical transformation. You'll learn: -When her journey actually started -The dark side of complimenting weight loss -The secret to feeling confident and not giving any "flying F's" as to what people think…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the secret to being confident and how to build trust with yourself. BOOKS WE LOVE First Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session with Kels Click here to …

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels conduct a "Life Audit" and reflect on their first month of 2023, as well as ask 5 life changing questions. Tune in to hear the though provoking questions that can impact your life TODAY. BOOKS WE LOVE First Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tr…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels reflect on their top 3 lessons they have learned throughout 2022, as well as, recognize how each other has really grown in this last year. BOOKS WE LOVE Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session …

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels discuss the newly released movie on Netflix called "Stutz" featuring Jonah Hill and Phil Stutz. Vic and Kels talk about the hard things. The things we want to hide. Tune in to learn about your shadow and how you can relate to it. LINKS Stutz the Movie ⁠The Tools BOOKS WE LOVE Atomic Habits by J…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels give you their top 5 tips to help you not only survive this Thanksgiving, but to THRIVE! You can have freedom with food and a beautiful life experience this holiday without the fear of diet talk or food guilt bringing you down. LINKS DBT Cope Ahead Worksheet ⁠ BOOKS WE LOVE Atomic Habits by Jam…

In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels discuss the difference between wanting versus deciding. They go into Seligman's Dog experiment as it relates to learned helplessness, the power of choice, how you can apply this to your own lives. LINKS Seligman's Experiment QUOTES The more you repeat a behavior, the more you reinforce the iden…

In today’s episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels discuss what happens in your life when you truly come from a place or respect and love. They touch on the compounding interest of caring for yourself, the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, the importance of boundaries, and the struggles of self-sabotaging cycles. Never forget …

This week on Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the motivation triad and how it plays a role in our day to day life. They discuss how to start doing the things we as humans naturally avoid and review how to intentially create habits. Tune in to hear their conversation! [ Forming Habits ] 1. Immediate Reward 2. Social Incentive 3. Tracking …

This week on Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels share their strategies for bringing back their natural hunger and fullness cues so that you can learn how to trust your body, prevent overeating, and break the habit of mindlessly "cleaning your plate". LINKS: Book a FREE Strategy Session RESOURCES: Hunger/Fullness Scale How I Use the Ate App CONNECT WI…

This week on Embracing the Gray, Vic opens up about how she has used medication as a tool in the pursuit of healthy and sustainable weight loss. She discusses the tension she experienced in the process, lab work, insurance, and her own perspective + journey. Most importantly though, Vic and Kels emphasize that medication is JUST a tool and you must…

This week on Embracing the Gray, Kels goes deep into live events can shape your life, your purpose, and introduce you to the people who can change the entire trajectory of your life. LINKS: 321 Journal Learn More About the Retreat Book a FREE Strategy Session CONNECT WITH US: Kels- @rediscover.you.free Vic - @builtstronggg…

This week on Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk all things diet talk and how to handle those comments and conversations. The episode then takes a sharp turn into a raw and messy conversation about body image and their unique perspectives. LINKS: 321 Journal Learn More About the Retreat Book a FREE Strategy Session…

This week on Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the Law of Detachment. Tune in and listen to the benefits of setting the outcome aside, truly embracing the journey, and how it can change the course of your life. AFFIRMATIONS: "I release control" "What I want also wants me" "It is already on its way to me" "My success is inevitable" LINKS: …

In this episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels discuss failure Vic and Kels share intimate stories of failure and discuss how it has impacted both their lives. From embracing what they have learned, to being open to the growth that comes out of each failure, this conversation will shift your thinking around failure in a major way! QUOTES Rache…

The act of being able to see our thoughts and feelings for what they are-- just thoughts and feelings-- can be a huge game-changer when it comes to what we can accomplish in our lives. Tune in now to hear about how you can get out of your own head and into your life with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy + Training and the exercise of cognitive defus…

If you've ever struggled with feeling good about yourself, you are not alone. In today's episode of Embracing The Gray, Vic and Kels break down why self-esteem is an INSIDE-out job and exactly how you can rebuild your relationship with yourself through setting boundaries, practicing self-advocacy, and reframing the thoughts you tell yourself about …