Tired of the pressure to “fix” your body before you can enjoy summer? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Dara tackles the harmful myth of the “summer bod” and why shame is keeping so many women stuck — mentally, emotionally, and physically. She shares how to shift from body hate to body connection, how to use neuroscience-backed visualization tools like Mind Movies, and how members of her program are losing weight and gaining confidence without relying on guilt.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between guilt and shame (and why one’s helpful, the other isn’t)

• How shame keeps you stuck in sabotage

• Why pursuing weight loss from a place of fear backfires

• What to do instead — using curiosity, connection, and care

Also in this episode:

💬 A personal story about my son’s comment on an old photo… and how I handled it
🧠 A brain hack called “Mind Movies” to help you visualize the life (and body) you want — without shame
❤️ Why one member in her 70s is finally loving herself while losing weight — without dieting

If this episode speaks to you, don’t keep struggling on your own. Book a free 20-minute call with me and let’s get to the bottom of your biggest block.

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You’re not broken. You’re not behind. You’re just not using the right tools yet.

Let’s change that.

Do you find yourself dreading summer because you're unsure what to do with it—or yourself?
When was the last time you made a goal and actually followed through?

In this episode, Dara dives into the power of summer bucket lists—not just as a fun checklist, but as a tool for intention, growth, and creativity. Whether you're navigating emotional eating, dreaming of more meaningful experiences, or just want to feel something again, this episode will help you reconnect with yourself and your goals.

You’ll discover:

• Why most women stop setting goals (and how to shift that)

• How wonder and curiosity lead to real, lasting transformation

• The creative energy that comes from delight—not discipline

• The connection between purposeful goals and sustainable weight loss

• A moving story of a member breaking through the 200-lb mark (without counting calories or tracking steps)

Plus: Dara also shares a behind-the-scenes look at her coaching calls, where she can spot your #1 self-sabotaging pattern in just 7 minutes — and how to book a free call with her this week.

📞 Book your free call: www.daratomasson.com/contact

This episode is a celebration of intentional living, gentle curiosity, and what becomes possible when you give yourself permission to want more and do something about it.

🪣 Want to join the Summer Bucket List Challenge?
We're doing it now inside the membership—and it's not too late to join. Let’s make this summer meaningful, together. Book your call and rediscover joy and wonder this summer!

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Learn more about Dara and her program on her website www.daratomasson.com

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Do you resist the label of perfectionist — or wear it like a badge of honor?

Either way, this episode is going to change the way you think about perfectionism forever.

Because perfectionism isn’t just about straight-A report cards or color-coded closets. It shows up in your weight, your relationships, your to-do list — and most importantly, your thinking.

In this episode, Dara explores the four most common types of perfectionism and how they shape your emotional habits, your body, and your experience of life:

• 🧍‍♀️ The Pleaser

• 🕰️ The Procrastinator

• 🏃‍♀️ The Over-doer

• ❓ The Self-Doubter

You’ll learn:

• How perfectionism is a survival response (not a flaw)

• Why we subconsciously cling to these patterns

• What you can do to retrain your brain with more emotional safety

• How one member shifted from emotional chaos to healing family relationships — just by losing the desire to soothe with food

👉 Plus, don’t miss the 9-question quiz to find out your perfectionist type.
Take the quiz and discover the customized support you need to rewire your brain and finally feel free.

What Kind of Perfectionist Are You?

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