Before You Spiral About Your Summer Body…

Is My Body Controlling My Life?

There’s a point where it stops feeling like you’re living your life…and starts feeling like you’re managing your body. Every decision becomes calculated.Every plan comes with a backup plan.Every moment has this underlying question of…“Am I going to feel okay?” And over time, you start shrinking your life around it. In this episode, I talk about what’s actually happening when your body feels like it’s controlling everything. Because it’s not random.And it’s not because your body is broken. It’s because your body is trying to communicate. We talk about:– The mental load of symptoms– Why people start isolating– The shift from control → understanding– How your body actually starts to feel safe again This is the moment where things begin to change. If you felt heard, seen, or understood in this… I’d love to connect with you. You don’t have to keep figuring this out on your own. Other ways to stay connectedor get the kind of support that actually meets you where you’re at: get curious here [https://courtnieviality.my.canva.site/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnsW6BHPpKk1a9XL7FbHoQc-Pb0yrYbsuFUmAkxAtxmBNxQY8mYRrt6NA0gyw_aem_vpwrBv7DIn1Tlyfr40tkNg] Thanks for reading Courtnie's Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cbelot.substack.com [https://cbelot.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Is this person safe to work with?

There’s a lot of noise in the health space. What to eat.What supplements to take.How to work out. And when you’ve tried all of it…and nothing is working… you start to wonder if it’s you. But what if it’s not? What if the issue isn’t that your body is broken…but that you’ve only ever been given instructions—not understanding? In this episode, I talk about: * The red flags I see all the time in the health space * Why one-size-fits-all protocols keep people stuck * The difference between being told what to do vs learning your body * And how feeling safe in the process actually changes your outcomes Because healing isn’t just about what you’re doing… It’s about the environment you’re doing it in. And most people are trying to heal in environments that don’t feel safe. If you felt heard, seen, or understood in this… I’d love to connect with you. You don’t have to keep figuring this out on your own. Other ways to stay connectedor get the kind of support that actually meets you where you’re at: get curious here [https://courtnieviality.my.canva.site/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnsW6BHPpKk1a9XL7FbHoQc-Pb0yrYbsuFUmAkxAtxmBNxQY8mYRrt6NA0gyw_aem_vpwrBv7DIn1Tlyfr40tkNg] Thanks for reading Courtnie's Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cbelot.substack.com [https://cbelot.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Before You Spiral About Your Summer Body…

Description: If you feel like you're doing everything right — working out consistently, eating clean, staying disciplined — but your body still isn’t changing… this episode is for you. In this podcast, I break down why your body might not be responding the way you expect, even when you’re putting in the effort. We talk about: Why digestion matters more than you think How electrolyte deficiencies and low blood pressure can impact your workouts The connection between stress, cortisol, and inflammation Why intense workouts can sometimes backfire And how supporting your body properly can actually lead to better results (with less force) This is about understanding your body — not pushing it harder. Links to: ✨ Work with me 1:1📖 Read more / Substack🎧 Listen to the podcast📱 Instagram 🔗 All links (Start here) [https://courtnieviality.my.canva.site/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnsW6BHPpKk1a9XL7FbHoQc-Pb0yrYbsuFUmAkxAtxmBNxQY8mYRrt6NA0gyw_aem_vpwrBv7DIn1Tlyfr40tkNg] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cbelot.substack.com [https://cbelot.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Sugar Cravings and Energy Crashes

Sugar cravings are often blamed on lack of discipline, emotional eating, or simply “loving sweets.” But in many cases, cravings are actually signals from your body that something deeper is happening. In this episode, I break down some of the common physiological reasons sugar cravings can show up — including digestion, energy regulation, and nutrient needs. When we understand what the body is asking for, cravings start to make a lot more sense. In this episode we talk about: • Why sugar cravings are often connected to digestion• How blood sugar regulation influences cravings• The role minerals and energy balance can play• Why cravings aren’t a character flaw or lack of willpower• How supporting the body can change the craving cycle I also created a Medium Carb Guide to help you choose carbohydrates that support more balanced energy and fewer cravings. Download it here:https://open.substack.com/pub/cbelot/p/medium-carb-guide?r=6m7bj8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true [https://open.substack.com/pub/cbelot/p/medium-carb-guide?r=6m7bj8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true] If you enjoy conversations like this, you can subscribe to my Substack where I share more resources on digestion, metabolism, and understanding the body’s signals. Explore my other offerings here. [https://courtnieviality.my.canva.site/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnsW6BHPpKk1a9XL7FbHoQc-Pb0yrYbsuFUmAkxAtxmBNxQY8mYRrt6NA0gyw_aem_vpwrBv7DIn1Tlyfr40tkNg] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cbelot.substack.com [https://cbelot.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

You’re Not What You Eat. You’re What You Absorb.

You’re Not What You Eat. You’re What You Absorb. If your body feels inflamed, exhausted, bloated, anxious, or unpredictable… digestion might be the missing piece. In this episode, I break down how digestion actually works — what needs to happen before your body can even access nutrients — and why simply “eating healthy” isn’t enough. Digestion is not just about food moving through you.It’s about breaking food down, signaling properly, absorbing nutrients, activating minerals, and supporting your nervous system. When digestion is weak or unsupported, symptoms start stacking up. In This Episode: • What actually happens from the moment food enters your mouth• Why stomach acid is foundational (and commonly low)• How bile affects fat digestion and hormone balance• Why motility matters more than most people realize• The connection between digestion, minerals, and nervous system stability• Why removing foods doesn’t fix the root issue 🔬 Want to understand your physiology? If you’re tired of guessing and want to understand what your body specifically needs, I offer physiology testing to help interpret what’s actually happening in your system. This is personalized, not generic advice. → Book your physiology testing here: https://courtnievitalityeducator.thrivecart.com/private-embodiment-sessions/ [https://courtnievitalityeducator.thrivecart.com/private-embodiment-sessions/] 🌿 Supplements Mentioned If you choose to explore some of the digestive supports discussed in this episode, I’ve linked trusted options below. Please remember: supplements work best when matched to your unique physiology. → Beet Flow https://naturalreference.com/products/beet-flow [https://naturalreference.com/products/beet-flow]→ HCL https://naturalreference.com/products/betaine-hcl [https://naturalreference.com/products/betaine-hcl]→ Digestive Enzymes https://naturalreference.com/products/digesti-zyme [https://naturalreference.com/products/digesti-zyme] If you’re unsure what’s right for you, testing is the best place to start. Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you choose to purchase through them. I only recommend products I personally trust and use in practice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cbelot.substack.com [https://cbelot.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]