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Hi Reader,

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We all need a little boost along our bariatric journey and this week, we have three things to share with you- fresh perspectives (podcast), regain struggles (community), and a free, Instagram event (support).

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We packed this weeks newsletter with links out to helpful resources, so spend some time exploring!

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The BariNation Podcast

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Last week, we launched a new series called The Men's Roundtable, hosted by Jason Smith. This special series will bring you fresh perspectives from the men of the community better to understand their unique perspectives, needs, and celebrations. Sometimes, a fresh voice is all that is needed to inspire our own bariatric journey!
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Leave a comment on YouTube or reply to this email to let us know what you thought of the episode!

Like and subscribe to The BariNation Podcast on your preferred platform!

Watch on YouTube

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Support the Podcast

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Regain

The more accurate term is "weight reoccurrence" because it speaks to the chronic and lifelong nature of the disease of obesity.

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Many patients experience weight recurrence, even when they are doing everything right. It is a frustrating and scary part of our journey, but it does not have to lead to isolation, shame and judgement.

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This week, April publically shared her struggle with regain and other health issues that are dominating her world at the moment. She took time to understand what was happening and acknowledge that this is the disease playing a prominate role in her life again.

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She is holding space for the moment and outlining her steps to address it. Last week, she attended the Kristie DiLaura Regain Support Group in BariNation and left feeling more hopeful and inspired to start implementing her regain game plan!

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Are you struggling with regain and feeling alone? Join our expert-led community and tap into amazing support when and where you need it.

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📆 Click HERE to check out all of the support we have coming up!

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Struggle Bus Live on Instagram

Our newest BariNation Expert, Dr. Joe Greene, is joining us tomorrow night at 4 pm PST / 7 pm EST on our Struggle Bus Live on Instagram!

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This free event is open to anyone in the bariatric community and is a great place to ask questions, share a struggle, or celebrate a win!

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Follow BariNation on Instagram and turn on "ALL NOTIFICATIONS" to never miss a support opportunity!

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All you have to do is open Instgram, then click our Live Story icon to join.

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🌱 BariNation Membership 🌱

BariNation offers incredible benefits for our low monthly membership rate. It is your safe place to connect, learn, and grow.

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📆 Check out our event calender HERE.

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As a member, you can attend as many events as you want.

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This is your year to tap into the power of the communtiy and see where it can take you. Obesity thrives in isolation. Fight back with BariNation!

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✅ Unlimited access to our virtual therapist-led support groups, expert-led classes, and peer-hosted meetups (over 70 events to choose from)

✅ 15 liscensed and credentialed experts all in one place

✅ Support and education tailored to your bariatric stage and need

✅ Private space to connect that is not drive by an algorithm

✅ Month to month membership that you can cancel at any time

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Learn More and Join

🎉 BariNation Practice Partners 🎉

If you are a patient at one of the practices listed below, click the link to learn more about your complementary or discounted membership opportunity!

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Want to join with our $ 39-a-month membership out of your reach?

👩🏻‍💻 Reply to this email so we can help.

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Dr. Joe Greene

Kentucky Bariatric Institute

AdventHealth Central Florida

Texas Center for Bariatrics and Advanced Surgery (Dr. Joe and Dr. Chen)

Project Reset / BodyByBariatrics

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Until Next Week

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As you can see, A LOT is happening this week in BariNation!

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✅ A podcast featuring fresh bariatric perspectives

✅ A personal story of struggle and resolve

✅ Meaningful and targeted support

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Obesity is an isolating disease. We can fight back with community.

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We fight back when we think about the disase differently.

We fight back when we say the scary things out loud.

We fight back when we engauge with communtiy.

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We are not a disease. We are fighting a disease.

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We are honored to be fighting right along side you.

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See in in and around The Nation this week!

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Support The Podcast

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--April, Jason, and Natalie

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Find Your Community. Find Your Success.