In this enlightening episode of What’s Kraken, Jo sits down with Mary Van Doorn of SugarMamaStrong.com. A warrior on a 12‑year wellness journey, Mary shares how motherhood and a diabetes diagnosis sparked a complete life transformation. From triathlons at 215 lbs to founding a thriving women’s support group, she speaks frankly about emotional eating, mental health work, and community building. Learn how she launched Sugar Mama Strong, empowers thousands of women across Facebook and wellness groups, and launched the podcast Sick of Pricks and her upcoming book This Wasn’t in the Pamphlet. This episode brims with compassion, real talk, and movement forward—but especially heart. 🌟

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• Opening riff – Jo introduces Mary’s journey, setting the tone with energy and emotional honesty.
• Mary’s big insight – Realizing she couldn’t keep up with her kids as the catalyst for real change.
• Behind-the-scenes moment – Mary’s candid take on Weight Watchers: joining 15 times, reliance on exercise points, and sticky moment donuts.
• Personal story – Heartfelt reflections on diabetes diagnosis at 21, how it shaped her self-worth and mission.
• Why it matters – Mary’s creation of Sugar Mama Strong as a judgment-free community where people feel seen and empowered.