Today we are talking about something that I know so many of us struggle with—whether we say it out loud or not. And that is: how we feel about ourselves when we see a photo of ourselves that we don’t love.

Maybe it’s a group picture someone tags you in. Maybe it’s a candid shot your partner took. Maybe it’s even a selfie you took yourself—and instead of seeing the fun memory, the beautiful moment, or the experience you were having, your brain zooms in on that one thing you hate about how you look.

“Ugh, my arms look huge.”

“Why do I look so puffy?”

“I didn’t realize my legs looked like that.”

If you’ve ever had a moment where a photo stole your joy… this episode is for you.

What I discuss:

• What a “self-discrepancy moment” is

• Some factors that can significantly change how you look in pictures

• What to do when the self-discrepancy moment hits

• 6 actionable steps to positively react

And if you loved today’s episode, I know you’ll also love…

Episode 338: To the Woman Obsessing About What Her Body Looks Like…https://www.juliealedbetter.com/embrace-your-real/to-the-woman-obsessing-about-what-her-body-looks-like

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Hey, hey beautiful human! Today we’re talking about something that does not get talked about enough in the fitness space… but it’s one of the most important pieces of your results.

And that is: recovery.

I know recovery isn’t as flashy or exciting as the workouts themselves. It’s easy to get caught up in the mindset of “more is better”—more workouts, more intensity, more sweat. But the truth? Recovery is where the magic actually happens.

Your progress doesn’t happen in the workout itself—it happens in the rebuilding process after.

So today we’re breaking down:

• What recovery really is (and what it isn’t)

• Why it’s so essential for building muscle, burning fat, and staying consistent long-term

• The science behind how your body repairs and rebuilds

• What effective recovery actually looks like—and the most common mistakes I see women make

• Some simple action steps you can start today to improve your recovery and feel better in your body

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Today we are talking about something I know so many of us feel on a day to day basis – and that’s feeling like there’s just never enough time in the day. Am I right or am I right?

Between work, workouts, meals, family, errands, and a to-do list that feels like it never ends… it can feel like there’s no possible way to get it all done. And listen—I’ve been there, too. There have absolutely been seasons where I’ve told myself, “If I just had a few more hours in my day, I could finally stay on top of everything.”

But here’s what I’ve learned: it’s not always about how much time we have—it’s about how we’re using the time we do have.

What I discuss:

• Why feeling overwhelmed by time often comes down to how we’re structuring our days

• The simple but powerful difference between being busy and being productive

• How to identify where your time is actually going

• And most importantly—practical ideas and tips to be more mindful and intentional with your time each day

If you loved this episode, you’ll also love…

Episode 475: Easy Ways to Add Activity to Your Busy Schedule

https://www.juliealedbetter.com/embrace-your-real/easy-ways-to-add-activity-to-your-busy-schedule

If you want more from me, be sure to check out...

Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie

Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/

Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/

Website: www.juliealedbetter.com

Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook

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