Episode 6 - bonus

Daily Dump, Day 5: Brain Tests, Debt Myths & Frozen Protein Shakes

Published on: 5th November, 2025

Hey Berry Besties 💜

Today’s Daily Dump is equal parts relatable, productive, and downright funny — from early-morning pivots to mid-day Kindle naps and a frozen protein shake explosion.

Sacha shares how her Miracle Morning routine keeps her grounded as she juggles caring for her mom (whose upcoming brain testing brings new emotions), re-recording her lost bariatric story, and managing a full house of pets and projects. She also dives into The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, reflecting on debt myths and how Gen X got sold on credit cards in the college bookstore days.

There’s talk of yoga, soreness from Monday’s Pilates session, reconnecting with her brother, and decluttering victories in the office — all sprinkled with the humor and heart that make this journey so real.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

  • The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
  • The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey (Chapter 3: Debt Myths)
  • FitOn app (Yoga & Pilates routines)
  • Oikos Protein Shakes
  • Lethal Venom podcast by Noah May
  • The High-Functioning Disaster – Hilary Momberger-Powers interview series
  • Scentsy

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🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Flexibility is key — some days require pivots and patience.
  • Debt isn’t a tool; it’s often a trap disguised as convenience.
  • Consistency matters more than perfection.
  • Family reconnection can heal more than you expect.
  • Frozen protein shakes are not to be underestimated. 🧊😅

⚠️ Content Note

Mentions caregiving stress and upcoming cognitive testing for a parent, financial topics (debt myths/credit cards), and light frustration humor. Gentle, reflective tone.

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Keywords

bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, post-op journey, Life in the Bari Lane, Daily Dump, caregiving, aging parents, Miracle Morning, debt myths, Dave Ramsey, Total Money Makeover, personal finance, FitOn app, yoga, Pilates, Oikos protein shake, bariatric lifestyle, Scentsy consultant, mindfulness, self-care, family connection, bariatric humor, frozen protein shake, daily diary

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About the Podcast

Life in the Bari Lane
Come along for the ride — it's no fun going alone.
Life in the Bari Lane is your 30-minute dose of real talk about life after bariatric surgery — the good, the hard, the weird, and the “nobody warned me about this” moments. No fluff, no “just follow the plan” nonsense — just honest conversations about what it’s like to change your body, your habits, and your whole damn life.

This podcast is a space for the highs and lows of the weight loss journey. Because here’s the truth: bariatric surgery is a tool — not a magic fix. It’s still work. It’s still messy. And it’s still life — with a different GPS.

Whether you’re pre-op and researching, post-op and thriving, or somewhere in the “what the hell did I just do?” stage, you’re in the right lane. This show is about building community — the kind that gets it, supports you, and doesn’t sugarcoat the process.

I’m Sacha — a real-life bariatric patient navigating this wild ride — and I’m here to keep it honest, funny, and deeply human.

You’ll hear:
💥 Unfiltered talk about the hard days
🥗 Nutrition talk that’s actually realistic
🧠 Mental health, body image, and identity shifts
👯‍♀️ Support systems and “friendship fallout”
💪 Motivation that doesn’t suck
🙃 Oops moments, progress wins, and honest reflections

New episodes drop weekly — short enough to fit into your day, but packed with the good stuff to keep you going.

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Sacha Holder

Sacha Holder is a project manager, podcast host, and bariatric patient who’s not here to pretend it’s all perfect. With over a decade of professional experience and a whole lot of lived experience, she creates podcasts that tell the truth about what it means to live, heal, and grow — through chaos, and curveballs, while keeping it together (mostly).

She’s the voice behind Life in the Bari Lane, a bite-sized bariatric podcast for real people navigating post-op life, and The High-Functioning Disaster, a show about showing up even when everything feels like too much. Through humor, honesty, and zero judgment, Sacha builds community through conversation — because no one should have to figure it out alone.