Weight and wellness take center stage in this episode of the Seasonal Sisters Podcast as Janice Saunders dives into the A–Z of Wellness series with the letter W—Weight, Wellness, and Waking Up. Janice encourages Black women in midlife to drop the guilt and redefine their relationship with their weight. Through client stories, health statistics, and practical exercises like "sandwiching," she emphasizes that while weight does not equal wellness, being mindful of your weight is a necessary skill for a long, vibrant life. If you’ve been white-knuckling your way through restrictive diets or relying entirely on willpower, this episode is your call to remix your recipe for wellness and finally stay consistent.   Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to Seasonal Sisters 01:35 Weight Myths and Truths 04:04 Real Life Weight Wisdom 06:18 Letter W Wellness Focus 08:23 Janice Story and Coaching Roots 11:14 Stop Waiting Start Now 12:30 Mindful Weight Conversation 14:32 Sandwiching Habit Strategy 16:08 Client Story New Pattern 19:12 Turn Inward and Model Wellness 22:02 Closing Goals and Support 22:44 Final Thanks and Next Steps   What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why the number on the scale doesn't define your wellness, but mindfulness about weight is crucial. How to ditch diet culture, restrictive calories, and expensive fads. What the "sandwiching" technique is and how to apply it to your daily routine. How to replace negative internal dialogue and guilt with actionable healthy habits. Why relying on preparation is more effective than relying on willpower. How to model a healthy lifestyle for the young women in your life.   Resources & Mentions Janice Saunders’ Everyday Wellness Free Guide Book reference: How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Dr. Katie Milkman (Sandwiching concept) Book reference: Your Dreams Are Priceless by Janice Saunders   Call to Action If this episode resonated with you, don’t keep it to yourself—share it with a sister, friend, or loved one who’s ready to prioritize her wellness. Take a moment this week to share your health goals with someone you trust or write them down, and identify one small healthy habit you can start today. Remember: Wellness is an action verb—and your next step starts now.   Follow Janice Saunders on; Website: https://www.yourseasonalsister.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjanicesaunders/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealjanicesaunders/ Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/seasonal_sisters_coaching?utm_source=linktree_profile_share   Listen to the Seasonal Sisters Podcast on; Podcast Website: https://seasonal-sisters-podcast.simplecast.com/   Sign-Up for the Seasonal Healthy Habits Collective Email List; https://www.yourseasonalsister.com/opt-in-ca75f4f1-2d85-4bb1-8f37-5a5c48a2b697   Unleash the healthy woman within you by Scheduling a 30-MINUTE FREE Seasonal Sisters discovery call with Janice: https://calendly.com/seasonalsister/discovery-call