
About this episode
In this thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation, Tara Clark sits down with Katie Mulvaney to unpack the layered realities of weight loss, health, and motherhood. Together, they move beyond the oversimplified “eat less, move more” narrative and explore how mindset, identity, and daily habits truly shape long-term wellness. Katie shares insights from her book The Missing Links to Weight Loss, reframing the idea that the “missing link” isn’t another diet or program, but often a deeper understanding of ourselves. From navigating busy mom schedules to redefining what health looks like on an individual level, this episode offers a grounded and empowering perspective.
Tara and Katie also dive into the subtle but powerful forces influencing modern moms from mindless eating and time scarcity to the pressures of consumerism and comparison. They highlight the importance of micro habits, community support, and treating personal health as a non-negotiable “glass ball” that deserves protection. Listeners will walk away with practical, realistic strategies for integrating movement into everyday life, along with a renewed sense that small, consistent shifts, not perfection, are what lead to meaningful, lasting change.
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https://www.amazon.com/Missing-Links-Weight-Loss/dp/B0GJFX8VPG
https://www.instagram.com/missinglinkshealth/
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