No Wellness Wankery

Lyndi Cohen

Struggling to lose the last few kilos? Sick of hating your body or trying diets that don’t work? Wondering how to stop thinking about food all the time? The wellness world is full of dodgy ‘health’ advice.

Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen (aka The Nude Nutritionist) helps you eliminate those pesky diet rules so you can be healthy, without the wellness wankery. In this podcast, Lyndi talks all things nutrition, shares actionable strategies for ditching your weight loss diet, and will inspire you to finally make peace with your body.

From intuitive eating principles, self-care strategies, and doing our part in changing our society's definition of health, to what to do when you're constantly worried about gaining weight - we cover it all.

Come join us and thousands of others on their journey to food freedom, be healthy and feel amazing! Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Email hello@lyndicohen.com.

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127 episodes
Updated Aug 4, 2024

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Aug 29, 2022 · 18 min
26: Should I ditch dairy?
Group coffee orders can be awkward enough. If you have a complex order, it can be quite daunting to attach your name to a three quarter full extra hot latte. But on Jenna's latest group ordering ordeal, she was shocked to realised she was the only one still drinking cow's milk with her coffee... Feels like we need to chat to Lyndi about this. As plant based milks continue to rise in popularity, are these really the healthiest options for all people? Are they really the best choice for our planet? Let's chat. TAKE THE QUIZ ➡️ What kind of eater are you? Feel like you're constantly battling with food and trying to eat well? Take my free quiz to identify your eating style and get the support you need. 🧡 Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 22, 2022 · 19 min
25: Does fruit have too much sugar?
Were you taught that fruit is fattening, a banana has too many carbs or you can only eat low-sugar fruit? If so, we are very sorry! The diet industry has taught us to fear perfectly healthy food like fruit and vegetables. As a result, the list of ‘allowed’ foods becomes so teeny, tiny that we’re left wondering “Wtf am I even allowed to eat anymore!” But is fruit actually unhealthy? P.s. Need a little extra support? In my FREE 30-day challenge I’ll teach you how to say goodbye to crappy old-school diet advice and create a healthier relationship with food. Click here to sign up for F*CK DIETS Challenge. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 15, 2022 · 14 min
24: What is 'healthy' food?
Let’s be honest. There’s a lot of misinformation out there. The idea of what is or isn't healthy changes with the wind in peoples minds. But in reality it doesn't... In today's episode, we were prompted by the amazing listener Laura with her question, "what is healthy food?". Let's dive in. Spoiler alert: It's a whole bunch of foods that don't cost the earth or your weekly wages… 📘Have you tried a bajillion diets, only to regain the weight (and more)? It’s likely that diet culture is keeping you stuck in this vicious cycle, full of empty promises and failed attempts. If you want to build real health, check out my best-selling book Your Weight is Not the Problem. Get the deets and access to a free audio sample HERE. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 8, 2022 · 23 min
23: Are you looking for healthy snack ideas?
When hunger strikes, it’s good to have some healthy snack ideas to help you feel fuller for longer and most importantly satisfied. A glass of milk, a slice of cheese, grainy or sourdough toast with avocado, a piece of fruit or handful of nuts are all great choices but let's chat some more options we are loving at the moment! If you are inspired to up your snack game, dive into this. 🍿 Can't stop snacking? Click HERE to get my free guide with 7 proven strategies for feeling relaxed and in control around food. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 1, 2022 · 20 min
22: Overwhelmed? Drowning? Out-of-sort? Let's chat about Anxiety.
We firmly believe that speaking to a trained mental health professional is 100% wellness and 0% wankery. So in the spirit of wellness, this is the first of many conversations we will have on the podcast about mental health. We need to give our emotional health the same importance we give physical wellbeing. Lyndi, Jenna and millions of other people around the world have been diagnosed with clinical anxiety. It's nothing to be ashamed of, but it is something we can work with and learn from everyday. Lyndi has learnt a lot along her journey with anxiety and every conversation about treatment options or medication further removes the stigmas around asking for help. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression or any other mental health condition (or even if you are just feeling ‘out-of-sorts’ emotionally), it doesn’t hurt to simply ‘have a chat’ with a professional. You can start with your GP, who can refer you to an awesome Psychiatrist or psychologist. Or you can find a counsellor you like. The hardest is part is reaching out for support and help. You’ll have to be brave but I promise, it is so worth it. For more information, check out the awesome peeps at Beyond Blue, or if you think you might need more specialised eating disorder help please reach out to the Butterfly Foundation. P.s. Let’s stay connected on Instagram! No wellness wankery, I promise. Just bs-free and practical health advice. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 25, 2022 · 27 min
21: The truth behind lemon detox water (and other internet health advice)
With all the pseudoscience and wacky nutrition nonsense, it’s hard to know what to eat anymore. Huge amounts of nutrition information isn’t always a good thing.. and with the internet era comes a whole new wave of information. When every Instagrammer with an interest in avocados feels comfortable handing out health advice (even when it’s completely wrong)... we have a problem. When Netflix releases a new documentary every 6 months that makes us scared of a different food group... we have a problem. As a dietitian and nutritionist, Lyndi comes across bad health advice all the time. So we thought it was time to sort the wellness from the wankery and run through the worst health advice on the internet – along with some important things to learn along with way. Need a little extra support? In my FREE 30-day challenge I’ll teach you how to say goodbye to crappy old-school diet advice and create a healthier relationship with food. Click here to sign up for F*CK DIETS Challenge. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 18, 2022 · 15 min
20: Is organic food or fancy supplements the secret to health?
During Covid lockdowns, Lyndi was bright eyed and bushy tailed and set on having her own organic vegetable patch. Upon reflection she realised she was probably impacted by the purity ideals of 'eating organic'. She ended up paying a ridiculous amount of money per carrot and was providing a daily delicious lunch to all the local wildlife. But do we really need to go to these extremes? Is it worth the money to buy organic produce? Rohan sent in a question for this week's podcast asking just that... oh and he wants to know if he should be spending money on expensive supplements. Let's get into it. P.s. Let’s stay connected on Instagram! No wellness wankery, I promise. Just bs-free and practical health advice, so that you can feel strong and confident in your already wonderful body. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 11, 2022 · 14 min
19: Do you find you lose weight when you ditch carbs? The truth behind Keto
The Keto diet is the just Atkins diet that has been sold to you again. Every few years, a new diet becomes the current obsession. Keto is having it’s moment but before then it was the Atkins diet, South Beach, Cabbage diet, Body type diet etc. The list goes on and on... So what is the Ketogenic diet and does it really work? Disclaimer: The truth is that all diets work. As long as you can stick to them for the rest of your life. Science says. But most diets are utterly unsustainable. Which is why I believe the best diet to lose weight is no diet at all. 📘"This book has literally changed my life - 26 years of eating disorders, disordered eating, fitness challenges, diets, and psychologists. This book in 3 weeks has changed my life beyond measure! I can't believe this won't help anyone who reads it." It's feedback like this that adds fuel to my fire. If you haven't yet, read Amazon's #1 Woman's Health book. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 4, 2022 · 12 min
18: Do you own scales? They might be stopping you from finding your healthiest weight
You don’t need to weigh yourself. Ever. In fact, weighing yourself may make it harder to find your healthiest weight in the long term. Have you noticed how seeing a number that you didn’t want on the scale can throw you into a spin and actually demotivate you? Your health, your progress, your wellbeing cannot be measured with scales. But why are we all still so hooked on this number? Need a little extra support to ditch the scales? In my FREE 30-day challenge I’ll teach you how to say goodbye to crappy old-school diet advice and create a healthier relationship with food. Click here to sign up for F*CK DIETS Challenge. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 29, 2022 · 42 min
17: Hate your body? 15 ways I learned to love my body
Lyndi used to hate her body. Like really hate her body. But no matter what she weighed, it was never good enough. Every time she overate, felt guilty and loathed her body even more. Eventually she realised, her weight was never the problem. The problem was a lack of self-acceptance. So how do you go from hating your body to loving it? It doesn’t happen overnight, or even after a week of nights. If you’ve been hating your body for years, it’s going to take some time to repair that relationship. But here are her top tips to accepting and respecting your body. Ps. After you've listened to the juicy episode, perhaps you'd like to read a little more about it, check out Lyndi's blog post here Pps. Want to be linked to the blog post Jenna mentioned about when Lyndi tracked her period for 9 months? Have a read of how it transformed her health here. Ppps. And last but not least - get Lyndi's free toolkit for building a healthier body image HERE. Even if you’ve been hating your body for years, a few simple strategies can help you feel healthier and happier in your skin. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Try my Back to Basics app FREE for 7 days. It's got everthing you need to be healthy without dieting at your fingertips. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 27, 2022 · 11 min
16: Is collagen powder the secret to perfect skin & eternal life?
Like with all things in the health space, there is a lot of confusing information out there. With marketers trying to convince us to buy expensive protein powders or fancy supplements in order to be 'beautiful', it’s easy to think that we need to spend (big) on them! This week we heard from our wonderful listener Sophie, with a question that is on SO many people's lips. Is collagen powder worth the money? Will it live up to the hype? Or is it just wankery? Have a listen to find out. P.s. If you want to know more about the best foods for your skin, hair and nails, have a read of this. P.p.s. If you have a question in relation to nutrition, weight, or body image, head to Instagram and tell me all about it in a voice message via DM. I'll be answering it for you on the pod. 🎙️💕 Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 22, 2022 · 29 min
15: Does your mum criticise your body? Listen to this.
Lyndi has spoken to many women who tell a similar story and ask “how can I stop my mum commenting on or criticising my weight and body?” So it's time to tackle it on the podcast. Because remember when people comment on your weight or body – or criticise how you look – it stays with you and affects your self-confidence and relationship with food. It does more harm than good. The truth is that IF your mum is commenting on your weight or criticising your body and food choices – it says a lot more about her relationship with food than it does about your size. But what can you do about it? Well listen to this episode, and if you still want some more info check out my blog post. P.s. Have you tried a bajillion diets, only to regain the weight (and more)? It’s likely that diet culture is keeping you stuck in this vicious cycle, full of empty promises and failed attempts. If you want to build real health, check out my best-selling book Your Weight is Not the Problem. Get the deets and access to a free audio sample HERE. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 20, 2022 · 11 min
14: Am I "allowed" sugar, butter, flour or milk?
As grocery prices continue to rise, many people are having to reassess what they are putting in their carts. In this episode we had a great listener question from Erin, about how to the overcome fear or worry around using 'normal' and cost effective ingredients like flour, real butter or full fat meats. Do you really need to spend extra money on honey, or is sugar a good alternative? Spoiler alert: the real ‘health food aisle’ is you find where real, whole foods. Foods that don’t cost the earth or your weekly wages… foods like vegetables, fruit, legumes, whole grains, seeds and nuts. P.s. Download my budget-friendly recipes here - 4 recipes all for under $4 a serve. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 15, 2022 · 19 min
13: Surging grocery prices! How to eat healthily on a budget
Grocery prices are really crazy at the moment. There are shortages and surging prices for basic ingredients. What can we do to still eat healthily even while sticking to a budget? Studies have shown that the more meals you cook at home, the healthier you are. So even though grocery prices are climbing, your weekly shop will always be cheaper than those late night UberEats orders. Let's keep it real. By making a few simple changes to how you eat and shop, you can save money off your shop without feeling the pinch. P.s. Download my budget-friendly recipes here - 4 recipes all for under $4 a serve. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 13, 2022 · 12 min
12: But I have to finish everything off my plate?
From the moment you were born, you intuitively knew how much food your body needed to get enough energy. You cried when you were hungry and stopped eating when you were satisfied. You did not need a meal plan to tell you the best way to eat for your blood type or a diet book to guide your eating. You were born understanding how to best fuel your body so that you thrived, grew strong and healthy. But for many of us, we have lost this. Being told to always finish everything on your plate, silly diet rules or learning to eat according to the clock, all damage our ability to eat intuitively. This week's listener question came from Jess, and we unpack how we can get retrain our thinking about clearing out plates and become in tune with our hunger again. TAKE THE QUIZ ➡️ What kind of eater are you? Feel like you're constantly battling with food and trying to eat well? Take my free quiz to identify your eating style and get the support you need. 🧡 Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 8, 2022 · 33 min
11: ‘Bouncing back’ after baby, and other BS
The beautiful, the brutal and the downright ugly. Before Lyndi physically birthed a tiny boy she was blissfuly ignorant about the realities of motherhood. Of course as a dietitian by profession, she was aware of the nutritional requirements for breastfeeding but only now having experienced it herself does she truly understand the insatiable omnipresent hunger. The rude shock of childbirth and its groundswell of hormones and emotions, instantaneously gave way to the even ruder one of being charged with the round-the-clock task of keeping a human baby alive. Lyndi opens up about grieving her old life and finding routine in her new one. About the normal struggles of resisting the temptation to diet, making time for yourself and most importantly the impact it can have on your self esteem and mental health.... to own a bra that fits you. P.s. Let’s stay connected on Instagram! No wellness wankery, I promise. Just bs-free and practical health advice, so that you can feel strong and confident in your already wonderful body. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 6, 2022 · 20 min
10. How NOT to pass an unhealthy food relationship to your kids.
Chances are you were raised by parents who had never heard of the phrase ‘healthy relationship with food’. If this doesn't apply to you - what a win! But this definitely applies for Lyndi, Jenna and our listener of the week, Gabi, who sent this question across. While your parents may have said or done things accidentally that impacted your relationship with food (making it harder to enjoy food without guilt, stop eating when you feel full and love your body), you can help raise your children to have a healthy relationship with food. There are a few things to keep in mind if you want your child to learn how to eat intuitively, live healthily and love their body. P.s. Are you a binge or emotional eater? If you feel out of control around food, or can’t stop eating once you start, PLEASE take my quiz to find out if you display signs of binge or emotional eating. I’ll promise to hand over helpful guidance to help you create a normal relationship with food. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jun 1, 2022 · 36 min
9. Should I detox for my gut health?
It’s impressive to think there are around 100 trillion micro-organisms from bacteria to fungi, viruses and protozoa that all exist in your gut! A growing amount of research suggests that these gut bugs play an important role in your health supporting immunity, mood and oh-so much more. But the research still has so far to go and where there is uncertainty, there can be misinformation and wankery! While your period, sleep and stress can all impact gut health, there is a lot you can do to support a health gut microbiome - without spending hundreds of dollars on supplements or going on a restrictive diet. So why are we all obsessed with gut health? And what should we be focusing on? "This book has literally changed my life - 26 years of eating disorders, disordered eating, fitness challenges, diets, and psychologists. This book in 3 weeks has changed my life beyond measure! I can't believe this won't help anyone who reads it." It's feedback like this that adds fuel to my fire. If you haven't yet, read Amazon's #1 Woman's Health book. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
May 30, 2022 · 11 min
8. Do you REALLY need 2L of water a day?
How many glasses of water should we be drinking every day.... and how big is a glass of water anyway? In this episode, Lyndi answers a question from Pam about how much water we really should be drinking. Does one set number apply to all people? And is intuitive thirst something we should be subscribing to? P.s. Join me on the pod! It's a money-can't-buy kinda opportunity to have a 1-1 consultation with me, plus you can ask me all your burning questions. Simply fill out this form and tell me your story. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
May 25, 2022 · 32 min
7: Am I addicted to sugar?
Do you feel like you’re addicted to sugar? If you get sweet cravings, it sure can feel that way. Today, 70% of the products in grocery stores have added sugar. Naturally, you have developed a taste for sweet things. But, the good news is you can retrain your brain to stop sugar cravings… and you don’t even have to quit sugar to do it. Don’t ‘quit sugar’ by cutting out all sugar from your diet. Just aim to eat less added sugar. It’s especially important you don’t cut out whole grains, carbs or fruit because fruit is not fattening. P.s. Are you accidentally dieting? Download my free checklist here to identify if you currently follow any sneaky food rules. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com