She's Called to Wellness | Losing Weight, Restoring Identity, & Becoming Who God Called You To Be for Christian Women in Mini

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• 32 Pregnancy, Priorities, and Boundaries: What I'm Focusing on This Time 03.06.2026 11min

  In this episode, I'm sharing what I'm doing differently during this pregnancy and why I've decided to be more intentional from the very beginning. From prioritizing strength training and nutrition in the first trimester to setting clearer boundaries with my time and commitments, I'm learning that every "yes" requires a "no" somewhere else. We'll talk about giving yourself permission to change plans, reevaluate priorities, and ask the hard question: Who do I want to be in this season? If you're navigating pregnancy, motherhood, health goals, or simply a season of transition, I hope this conversation encourages you to pursue what matters most with intention. In this episode: Why I'm approaching this pregnancy differently My goals for fitness and nutrition during the first trimester The importance of boundaries in a new season Letting go of commitments that no longer align Asking yourself what you truly want Becoming the woman God is calling you to be ✨ Get my book and start your own transformation journey: https://a.co/d/0aJRnGn9 📖 Connect with me: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: itsyolandaking 🎙️ If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.
• 31 Feeling Overwhelmed? Simple Wellness Habits to Find Peace in Busy Seasons 07.05.2026 8min

  In this episode, we're talking about how to stay grounded, peaceful, and intentional during busy seasons. If May has felt overwhelming, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, release perfectionism, and create rhythms that support your mind, body, and spirit. We cover: • Simple ways to regulate your nervous system during busy days • How to create moments of rest in small pockets of time • A calming breathing technique to reduce stress • Releasing the pressure to do everything perfectly • Prioritizing what truly matters most Plus, a reminder that Jesus never rushed — even when there were needs all around Him. Also mentioned in this episode: She's Called to Wellness, now available on Amazon — a faith-filled invitation to restore your body and mind back to God's design. CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR COPY Connect with Yolanda: Facebook: /itsyolandaking Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness.
• 30 Why You Can't Stop Emotional Eating (And What Actually Works) 30.04.2026 10min

  In this episode, we're getting to the root of emotional eating and how to begin breaking the cycle with awareness, intention, and grace. You'll learn how to identify your triggers, pause before reacting, and replace food with responses that actually support your mind, body, and emotions. This isn't about perfection—it's about rewiring your habits one small step at a time. In this episode: Why emotional eating is tied to triggers, not hunger How to pause and interrupt the habit loop Simple "replacement responses" for stress, boredom, and overwhelm How to process emotions instead of avoiding them Letting go of shame and choosing compassion Announcement: My book She's Called to Wellness is launching next week on Amazon! Anyone who purchases will get access to a free Facebook community with exclusive trainings, coaching calls, and prayer meetings—stay tuned for details. Next Step: Download your free Emotional Eating Replacement Guide to start applying what you learned today. Link: https://stan.store/yolandaking/p/emotional-eating-replacement-guide Connect with Yolanda: Instagram: www.instagram.com/shes.called.to.wellness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsyolandaking/
• 29 Christian Weight Loss: Why You Keep Starting Over (And How to Finally Stay Consistent) 13.04.2026 13min

  Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of starting over with your weight loss journey… again and again? You feel motivated. You start strong. And then something happens… and you stop. If that's you, this episode is going to open your eyes to what's really going on beneath the surface. Because this isn't just about discipline. It's deeper than that. 💡 In This Episode, We Cover: Why you keep starting and stopping your weight loss journey The hidden emotional and spiritual roots behind inconsistency How unhealed trauma keeps you stuck in cycles The truth: where trauma begins, maturity often stops Why your reactions may be coming from an inner child, not a renewed mind The difference between identity vs. behavior (this will shift everything) Why lasting change requires God-centered consistency—not just motivation How to invite God into your journey in a real, honest, and raw way You don't struggle with consistency because you're lazy. You struggle because there are unhealed places in you still leading your decisions. Healing those areas — with God — is what finally breaks the cycle. 🙏 Practical Shift to Start Today: Instead of ignoring your emotions or trying to "push through"… 👉 Start talking to God about what you're actually feeling —even if it sounds immature —even if it feels messy That's where healing begins. That's where consistency is built. 💭 Powerful Reminder: You don't need to become a different person overnight. You need to become consistent in who God is calling you to be. And identity is built through repeated, aligned action over time. 🤍 Connect With Me: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: /itsyolandaking Work With Me: www.shescalledtowellness.com ⭐ Loved This Episode? If this episode spoke to you, please take a moment to: 👉 Leave a rating & review 👉 Share it with a friend 👉 Screenshot and tag me on social Your support helps more women break free and find healing God's way.
• 28 Honor Your Body While Transforming It: A Faith-Based Weight Loss Mindset 08.04.2026 8min

  If you only love your body when it changes… that's not discipline—that's rejection. In today's episode, we're having an honest conversation about what it really means to love your body while pursuing transformation. Because true, lasting change doesn't come from shame, punishment, or frustration—it comes from alignment, identity, and stewardship. If your weight loss journey has felt like a cycle of starting over, self-criticism, or never feeling "enough," this episode will help you shift from striving to sustainable transformation. This isn't about giving up on your goals—it's about finally reaching them from a place of peace, not pressure. 🔥 Key Takeaways ✔️ You don't need to hate your body to change it ✔️ Your body is not your identity—it's your responsibility ✔️ Sustainable transformation starts with how you see yourself now ✔️ You can pursue goals without rejecting where you are 💬 Let's Stay Connected If this episode spoke to you, I'd love to hear from you! Come connect with me and share what resonated: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: /itsyolandaking Website: www.shescalledtowellness.com 🤍 Work With Me If you're ready to break free from emotional eating, heal your mindset, and finally lose weight in a way that aligns with who God created you to be this is exactly what I help women do. ✨ Apply for coaching here: CLICK HERE ✨ Learn more about my programs: Rewired ⭐ Rate & Review If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you took a minute to rate and review the podcast. Your support helps this message reach more women who are ready to walk in freedom, healing, and true transformation.
• 27 Food Freedom: How to Stop Emotional Eating & Heal Your Identity in Christ 01.04.2026 10min

  What if your struggle with food isn't about food at all? In today's episode, we're talking about biblical food freedom and how emotional eating, restriction, and food obsession are often rooted in something deeper: identity, control, and disconnection from God. If food still controls you whether through indulgence or restriction you're not walking in true freedom yet. But the good news? Freedom is available to you through Christ. 📖 "Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed." John 8:36 In this episode, I break down: Why food struggles are not just physical—but spiritual and emotional The connection between identity and disordered eating How to stop turning to food and start turning to God A simple, powerful framework to help you break the cycle in real time 🙏 DECLARATION: God satisfies what food never could. 🤝 WORK WITH ME: If you're ready to go deeper and walk in true freedom, schedule your free breakthrough call:  https://stan.store/yolandaking/p/private-weight-loss-breakthrough-call 💛 CONNECT WITH YOLANDA If this message resonated with you, let's stay connected. I share more on identity, freedom, and walking with God in your everyday life: ✨ Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness ✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shescalledtowellness Come say hi, I'd love to hear what spoke to you.  
• 26 How I Lost 100 Pounds: Trauma, Emotional Eating, Morbid Obesity & Healing Your Identity for Lasting Weight Loss 25.03.2026 16min

  Morbid Obesity, Trauma & How I Lost 100 Pounds In this powerful and vulnerable episode, I share my personal journey of losing over 100 pounds and the deeper emotional healing that made lasting weight loss possible. For many women, significant weight gain is not just about food or lack of discipline — it can be connected to survival patterns, childhood trauma, emotional eating, and identity struggles. In this episode, we explore the real link between trauma and obesity, and why sustainable weight loss requires more than just a diet plan. I talk about: ✨ How emotional eating and binge cycles develop ✨ The connection between childhood trauma and adult health ✨ Why most people regain weight after initial success ✨ The mindset and lifestyle shifts required for extreme weight loss ✨ Practical habits that supported my 100-pound transformation ✨ Healing your relationship with food, body, and identity If you have a significant amount of weight to lose and feel stuck in patterns that keep you starting over, this episode will give you both hope and direction. You don't have to walk this journey alone. 💻 Ready for deeper support? I work with women 1:1 to help them heal emotional eating patterns, rebuild identity, and create sustainable weight loss results. Schedule Your Call with Me: https://stan.store/yolandaking/p/private-weight-loss-breakthrough-call Connect with Yolanda: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook Group: CLICK HERE Want to Burn Fat Quickly? Get Keto with God Course   Please Leave a Rating and Review of the Podcast over on apple podcast and spotify.
• 25 Fat Loss vs Maintenance: The Mindset Shift Most Women Miss in Weight Loss 18.03.2026 10min

  Are you eating healthy but not losing weight? You may be eating for maintenance instead of fat loss. In this episode, Christian weight loss coach Yolanda King explains the powerful difference between a fat loss mindset and a maintenance mindset, and why understanding your current season is key to seeing real progress. You'll learn: • The difference between eating for fat loss vs maintenance • Why weight loss plateaus happen • How intentional calorie deficits and structured habits create change • Signs you are maintaining your weight without realizing it • How to self-assess your current nutrition and mindset season • Biblical wisdom on counting the cost (Luke 14:28) Fat loss is a season of intentional building. Maintenance is a season of stewardship. If you feel stuck in your weight loss journey, this episode will help you gain clarity and take your next aligned step. ✨ Ready for support? Apply for 1:1 coaching. ⭐ Leave a rating and review if this podcast blessed you. CONNECT: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: /itsyolandaking
• 24 Why Christian Women Stay Stuck in Weight Loss Cycles (Plus my breastfeeding + weight loss update) 09.03.2026 11min

  Are you stuck losing and gaining the same few pounds over and over again? In this episode, I share my personal breastfeeding + weight loss update and the deeper reason many Christian women stay stuck in weight loss cycles. The truth is it's rarely about food. It's about the beliefs keeping you in your current reality. Rewire your mind and break the cycle. Rewire for Weight Loss is open for a limited time. CLICK HERE TO JOIN Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: /itsyolandaking
• 23 Are Weight Loss Affirmations Biblical? What the Bible Really Says About Christian Affirmations 04.03.2026 9min

  Are affirmations biblical? What does the Bible really say about Christian affirmations? In this episode, we break down Scripture and explore the biblical foundation of affirmations, renewing your mind, and the power of your words. Your brain is always looking for evidence to prove what you believe  so what are you training it to agree with? We'll talk about encouraging yourself in the Lord, the truth that there is life and death in the tongue, and how speaking God's Word over your life is not manifestation — it's alignment with Scripture. Ready to go deeper? ✨ Work with me: Click HERE to Apply ✨ Connect with me on Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness ✨ More resources: https://stan.store/yolandaking
• 22 Is It God's Will for You to Lose Weight & Get Fit? 25.02.2026 9min

  Is it actually God's will for you to focus on your health… or is that just vanity dressed up as discipline? This is the honest question we don't say out loud. In this episode, we break down what Scripture really says about health, weight loss, and stewardship. Not from culture's lens but from a Kingdom perspective. You'll learn: Why weight loss isn't about aesthetics it's about stewardship What it means that your body is a temple (1 Corinthians 6:19–20) Why discipline and self-control are spiritual maturity (1 Corinthians 9:27, Galatians 5:22–23) How health increases your capacity for obedience and assignment (3 John 1:2) The real question isn't: "Does God want me smaller?" It's: "Would losing weight increase my strength, clarity, discipline, and longevity for my assignment?" If the answer is yes then pursuing health becomes stewardship, not vanity. If this is speaking to you, comment REWIRED on my social media. Doors to my group coaching program are opening soon. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsyolandaking/ Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Download FREE Weightloss Guide: Click Here
• 21 The "Doing It All Alone" Trap (Proverbs 31 Lesson) 18.02.2026 9min

  Is the Proverbs 31 woman realistic… or have we misread her? In this episode, we dismantle the cultural lie that she "did it all." We focus on Proverbs 31:15–16 and uncover what the text actually says: she had support, she had earnings, and she led strategically. You'll learn: The difference between doing and directing Why over-functioning leads to burnout How "doing it all" turns you into the bottleneck Practical shifts in your home, motherhood, and wellness Why stewardship expands capacity — but constant doing exhausts it The Proverbs 31 woman wasn't scrambling. She was structured. She wasn't drowning. She was supported. If you're stuck in survival mode, this episode will challenge you to lead like a steward not a stressed-out worker. CONNECT WITH YOLANDA: Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Facebook: /itsyolandaking Download Weight Loss Guide: CLICK HERE
• 20 Why Discipline Feels Impossible (And What Paul's Prison Letters Teach Us) 11.02.2026 9min

  Why does discipline feel so hard especially when you know what you should be doing, but keep doing the opposite? In this episode, we break down the real reason consistency feels impossible and why it's not a willpower problem. Using Romans 7 and Philippians 4, we explore how the Apostle Paul's spiritual growth reveals the difference between awareness and maturity and how that directly applies to emotional eating, weight loss, and health goals. You'll learn why discipline isn't about trying harder, but about identity, mind renewal, and walking by the Spirit. If you're stuck in the cycle of knowing what to do but not doing it, this episode will shift how you see discipline, self-control, and your health journey Biblically and practically. ✨ In this episode, we cover: Why awareness is a sign of growth, not failure Romans 7 vs. Philippians 4 explained through a wellness lens The difference between flesh-led habits and Spirit-led discipline Why emotional eating is an identity issue—not a discipline issue How maturity is learned through perseverance, not perfection If you're ready to stop fighting yourself and start walking in alignment physically, mentally, and spiritually this episode is for you. 💪✨ Schedule your free clarity call: CLICK HERE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsyolandaking/ Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness Download Free Weight Loss Guide:  CLICK HERE
• 19 Burnout vs Order: Biblical Wisdom for the Woman Who Does It All Herself 04.02.2026 12min

  Are you exhausted from carrying everything ministry, family, work, and everyone else's expectations on your own? This episode is for the woman who loves God deeply, serves faithfully, and yet finds herself standing on the edge of burnout. In Episode 19, we dive into the powerful wisdom found in Exodus 18:13–18, where Moses' father-in-law, Jethro, lovingly confronts him with a hard truth: "The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone." Sis, this is not a rebuke—it's an invitation to order, wisdom, and rest. In this episode, we talk about: The difference between burnout and Biblical order Why doing everything yourself is not a badge of honor How overcommitting in ministry can slowly drain your joy, health, and relationships Why saying no in certain seasons is an act of wisdom, not disobedience The truth about balance vs. order in your life and calling How to honor God by honoring your body, energy, and season I also share a very personal story from my own life navigating full-time work, motherhood, marriage, ministry commitments, building the brand God placed on my heart, and stewarding my health all while learning when to advocate for myself and say no without guilt. This episode will help you recognize that sometimes it's not a heart issue… 👉🏽 it's a body issue. And ignoring that doesn't make you spiritual, it makes you depleted. We also unpack: Why rhythms of rest and routines are essential in ministry How misplaced priorities can quietly affect your relationship with God, your spouse, and your children Practical ways to care for your health even in a busy season Why this season of overwhelm is not permanent How the enemy uses busyness to steal peace, clarity, and joy We close with encouragement from Matthew 11:28–30, reminding you that Jesus never intended for His work to crush you—His yoke is easy, and His burden is light. Key Takeaway: This is not about doing less for God it's about doing what He's called you to do in the right order, with the right support, and with a healthy mind, body, and spirit. You are called. You are faithful. And you were never meant to do this alone. 💛 If this episode brought up stress, exhaustion, or the realization that things feel out of order, I'd love to support you in a mind, body, and spirit recalibration without pressure or overwhelm. 📲 Come find me on Instagram @shescalledtowellness 📲 Or Connect with me on Facebook CLICK HERE Send me the word ORDER and let's pray, talk it through, and take your next step—together. Because you deserve to feel joyful, energized, and whole while doing God's work. ✨👑
• 18 Believing For The Impossible, Emotional Freedom Technique, + The Rebrand 28.01.2026 11min

  In this episode, we talk about: Why your body may resist dreaming, believing, or transforming How unhealed stress and survival patterns block weight loss and wellness Why belief must be trained—not forced How the nervous system impacts your ability to follow through What it looks like to bridge the gap between where you are and where God is calling you I also introduce a powerful, gentle tool called EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) a nervous system regulating practice that combines light tapping on specific acupressure points with mindful awareness.  Tapping works by: Sending calming signals to the brain through the body Stimulating the vagus nerve Down-regulating the stress response Helping your body feel safe enough to believe again As you tap, you give language to what you're feeling and what you desire creating a bridge between your current reality and your future vision. I'm so excited to finally share this with you… The podcast is officially rebranding to She's Called to Wellness. This isn't just a name change it's a declaration. A declaration that Kingdom women don't have to be successful and strong in every area of life while silently struggling with their health, weight, and wellness. My mandate is clear: To release divine identity and mindset renewal to Kingdom women with a calling so physical transformation and emotional wellness can follow. You don't have to choose between your calling and your health.You get to be all that God has called you to be and that includes your wellness. Ready for Support? Here's Your Next Step  If you've been listening and you know God is calling you to wellness, I want to help you. 📱 Text me the words: "Wellness Call" to 1 (559) 554-1705 We'll get on a call and uncover what's been blocking you from reaching your wellness goals physically, emotionally, and spiritually. If you are international DM me on instagram @shes.called.to.wellness Resources: Click Here
• 17 Restoring Food Freedom and Breaking Food Bondage and Shame To Lose Weight 22.01.2026 14min

  Shame around food is one of the enemy's most strategic tools against women of God. Why? Because it attacks your body, your identity, and your kingdom authority all at once. In this episode, we uncover how food shame forms, how diet culture disguises itself as "discipline," and how Jesus leads us into true food freedom not through perfection, but through deliverance and peace. Food freedom isn't about eating perfectly. It's about living unbound. "Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed."  John 8:36 Reflection Question: When was the first time you experienced shame around food? How old were you, and what was happening? What did you begin to believe about yourself because of it? If this episode stirred something in you, it's not by accident. Food freedom is possible and you don't have to walk it alone. ✨ Apply to work with me here: CLICK HERE 💬 Or send me a DM on Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness with the word FREEDOM COACHING
• 16 (Part 2) Cortisol Belly Fat & Burnout: Nervous System Healing for Women in Ministry 15.01.2026 14min

  Women in ministry are uniquely vulnerable to cortisol belly fat because of chronic stress, emotional labor, trauma exposure, disrupted sleep, and the constant pressure to pour out without rest. In Part 2 of this series, we move past awareness and talk about what actually helps—because cortisol belly is not a discipline problem or a lack of willpower. It's a nervous system problem, and pushing harder often makes it worse. In this episode, we break down what the nervous system really is, why regulation is the foundation of hormone balance and belly fat loss, and how constant overdrive keeps cortisol elevated. You'll learn practical, sustainable ways to calm cortisol through predictability, gentle routines, consistent nourishment, emotional support, and realistic rest rhythms—especially while serving in ministry. We also talk about why many women are unknowingly trying to lose weight using behaviors that increase stress, how time audits reveal hidden burnout, and why sleep is one of the most powerful forms of hormone therapy available. If you're a woman in ministry struggling with stubborn belly fat, exhaustion, and burnout, this episode will help you shift from striving to healing—God's way.   Weight Loss Guide: Click Here Connect on Instagram: @shes.called.to.wellness
• 15 - Cortisol Belly Fat & Burnout: Why Women in Ministry Are More Prone to Weight Gain 08.01.2026 17min

  Why Women in Ministry Are More Prone to Weight Gain In this episode, we talk about why weight gain especially belly fat is so common for women in ministry, and why it's not a failure of discipline or faith, but a stress response of the body. We explore how chronic ministry stress keeps cortisol elevated and dysregulates the HPA axis, leading to increased fat storage, insulin resistance, slower metabolism, muscle loss, and persistent cravings. We also address the moral pressure around self-care in ministry and how beliefs like "rest is selfish" or "my body shouldn't matter" reinforce burnout and weight retention. If this conversation resonated with you, this is exactly the work we continue inside Rewired for Weight Loss—a mind, body, and spirit approach to healing stress, identity, and your relationship with food and your body. The program includes teaching, nervous-system-informed tools, spiritual support, and group coaching inside Voxer. 📅 Kickoff call: Sunday, January 12th Join Rewired For Wellness: Click HERE This is for women who are ready to stop fighting their bodies and move forward from a place of peace instead of pressure. CONNECT on Instagram @shes.called.to.wellness
• 14 - Delaying Instant Gratification for Long-Term Weight Loss Success 31.12.2025 8min

  In this episode, we dive into one of the most challenging aspects of weight loss: resisting immediate cravings in favor of your long-term goals. Losing weight requires saying no to instant gratification, but why is this so difficult? Why It's So Hard Many of the foods we're tempted by contain processed sugars and refined carbs that are deliberately designed to keep us coming back for more. These ingredients create addictive patterns in our brains, making it harder to stop snacking and easier to give in to cravings. Understanding this helps us recognize we're not just fighting willpower we're up against food science. The Secret Weapon: Self-Control Here's the truth that changes everything: God has given us the spirit of self-control. This isn't about relying solely on our own strength it's about tapping into the divine power available to us. When we feel weak or tempted, we can draw on this gift to make choices that honor our bodies and our goals. Connect & Get Resources Ready to start your own journey? Follow me on Instagram @shes.called.to.wellness for daily encouragement, tips, and accountability. Plus, download my free weight loss guide to get practical strategies you can implement today. CLICK HERE
• 13 - 3 Weight Loss Excuses Keeping You Stuck (And What You're Really Avoiding) 24.12.2025 19min

  You cannot overcome what you are not willing to be real about. In this episode, we're breaking down the three most common excuses that keep you from losing weight and more importantly, revealing what you're REALLY avoiding when you use them. Discover the neuroscience behind your excuses and learn why your brain generates "logical" reasons to keep you stuck. From the amygdala's fear response to the neural pathways you've been strengthening without realizing it, this episode will help you understand what's happening in your brain when you say "I don't have time," "I don't know what to do," or "I don't have money." It's time to stop avoiding and start transforming. 2026 is coming will you break the cycle? In This Episode, You'll Learn: The 3 most common weight loss excuses and practical solutions to overcome each one Why "I don't have time" really means you haven't made it a priority (and how to change that) How your amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and striatum work together to keep you stuck What you're REALLY avoiding: fear of failure, identity threat, and emotional discomfort Why neuroplasticity is working against you every time you make an excuse The uncomfortable truth about food as emotional comfort and identity protection How to rewire your brain for success through nervous system regulation Key Takeaways: ✨ "You have time for what you prioritize. Most people spend 2-3 hours daily on their phone." ✨ "Confusion is often an excuse for inaction. Basic nutrition is not rocket science." ✨ "Your brain would rather use a socially acceptable excuse than force you to confront these deeper, more painful truths." ✨ "The excuses aren't the problem. The avoidance of emotional discomfort is. And the only way through is through." Resources Mentioned: Previous episode: Weight Loss on a Budget Free resources: YouTube workout channels, podcasts, Carb Manager app Time blocker tools for organizing your schedule Ready to Break the Cycle? If you're tired of your brain running the show and ready to rewire it for success, I'm opening spots for my coaching program in January 2026. In my program, we go beyond meal plans and workout schedules. We work on regulating your nervous system, identifying the real fears hiding behind your excuses, and building new neural pathways through consistent action and compassionate accountability. Apply to work with me: CLICK HERE Connect With Me: @shes.called.to.wellness