In this week’s episode, you’ll discover how to transform your inner self and learn the secrets to self-acceptance that will lead you to an authentic and fulfilling life with TV host, interior designer, and hard working mom Lauren Makk who is a judge on “Shop Class” now streaming on Disney+. Dr. Judy and Lauren discuss coming from humble beginnings and why childhood programming continues to have an impact on us as adults. Despite the challenges Lauren has faced in her life, she never gives up and is always looking for ways to improve herself and be a great role model to the people around her, including her children.   Lauren candidly shares her incredible weight loss journey and talks with Dr. Judy about the process of addiction, why food and alcohol can be so alluring during difficult times, and how to get off of the emotional roller coaster if you or a loved one struggles with some of these same issues. They also talk about the pitfalls of perfectionism, why you can’t (and shouldn’t) do everything alone, and why self-acceptance is the secret to feeling better and living an authentic life. This episode will inspire you to embark on a journey of self-acceptance, and to learn important and practical strategies to supercharge your own self-improvement path today!   In this episode, we discuss​:  Dr. Judy and Lauren’s humble beginnings (3:39)  Lauren’s journey to Trading Spaces (11:15)  Your home and your inner self (15:55)  Lauren’s incredible weight loss journey  (18:35)  The function of food during stressful times (21:43)   Emotional roller coasters and self-acceptance (28:00)   Programming from our childhood and parenting the next generation (33:10)  Letting feelings in and why “good vibes only” mentality doesn’t work (40:20)  Why it’s ok to not win sometimes (42:10)  Would You Rather: Supermom Edition (45:03)  Supercharged Tip Of The Day (47:33)  Drjudyho.comInstagram.com/drjudyhoTwitter.com/drjudyho            Facebook.com/doctorjudyhoInstagram.com/stage29podcastsTwitter.com/stage29podcastsFacebook.com/Stage29PodcastsInstagram.com/laurenmakkTwitter.com/laurenmakkFacebook.com/LaurenMakk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices