Today’s episode is a mashup of my favorite moments, quotes, and “clinic gems” from the year. These are the tools that made conversations easier, built more trust, and helped patients actually follow through… and I’m bringing all eight of them with me into 2026.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

The simple mindset shift that instantly reduces clinician burnout
The question that uncovers barriers faster than any advice ever will
How to start tough conversations about weight without creating defensiveness
The one identity-based exercise that helps patients move beyond the scale
The exact line I use to avoid feeling cornered by those last-minute “oh by the way…” questions

Resources Mentioned:

Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course - use code POD15 for 15% off!

132 | It’s Not Your Job to Make Patients Change with Staci Belcher

67 | Is Your Patient Noncompliant or Just Struggling? with Laura Koller

68 | The Right Way to Talk Weight with Nina Crowley

134 | Weight Doesn’t Equal Worth, But It Still Impacts Health with Dr Doron

Sneak Peek Week Mini-Series (Goal-Weight Exercise with Jeannie Boyer)

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Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

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