In this week’s episode, Lauren and Marci dive into the holiday week: the food, the family dynamics, the travel, the traditions, and the very real challenge of wanting to feel good in your body while still enjoying everything you love. 

From Thanksgiving menus to NYC food tours, family boundaries, decision fatigue, the “Clean Plate Club,” and the skill of leaving bites behind… this episode is full of practical coaching and relatable moments you’ll feel in your bones.

04:40 — “Okay… Thanksgiving is HERE”

06:00 — Baking, frosting recipes, and the great box-cake conversation

07:10 — What’s on Lauren’s Thanksgiving menu this year

09:30 — Marci’s family plans + taking back the holiday kitchen

15:10 — How to choose what’s worth it without overthinking

17:20 — Practicing leaving bites behind & breaking the Clean Plate Club

21:14 — “Maintenance is progress” — especially this time of year

29:40 — Alcohol pressure & boundaries

35:50 — Scarcity mindset vs. intentional choices

37:40 — Feeling good as your guiding light for the holiday season

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If this episode helped you rethink how you want to feel heading into the holidays, rather than spiraling into all-or-nothing, take a screenshot, share it on Instagram, and tag Lauren and Marci.