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Episode Description
In this episode of The Your Level Fitness Podcast, I’m talking about something that might feel harmless or even funny on the surface… self-deprecating humor. Many of us use it as a shield. We tell the jokes first so nobody else can. We make ourselves the punchline to avoid deeper hurt. I know this because I did it too. Whether it was my size or my cerebral palsy, I’d lean into the sarcasm and jokes so others wouldn’t beat me to it.

But here’s the truth. Every time you crack that joke about your body, your eating habits, or your workout attempts, you’re holding yourself back. You’re reinforcing the idea that you’re not good enough as you are. And while it may feel like a defense mechanism, over time it becomes a barrier between you and the life you truly want.

Your forever active lifestyle is about more than checking boxes with workouts and food choices. It’s about building a life that reflects how you feel about yourself. And if the voice in your head is still mocking you, it’s time to challenge that. Not with shame. But with awareness and practice.

That’s where the six minimum daily actions come in. That’s where YLF Thursday and this podcast come in. It’s not about perfection. It’s about showing up, every day, and reinforcing that you’re worth this work. If you’ve been hiding behind humor, I get it. But I also believe you’re ready for more.

If you’re new here and this resonates, go ahead and subscribe. If you’ve been listening for a bit and haven’t subscribed yet, now’s the time. You’ve got resources waiting for you. Check out the blog, dig into the Q&A videos, or sign up for the daily email and start reinforcing these messages every day.

And if you’re ready to take things further with coaching and support, join The YLF Experience. You’ll have my guidance on top of the self-paced tools, and we’ll work on building your forever active lifestyle together.

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