Iyanla Vanzant’s Lessons on Mindful Alignment

Tending Mind and Spirit While on GLP-1: Iyanla Vanzant’s Guidance One thing I realized on this journey is that the mind and spirit needed tending too. That’s where Iyanla Vanzant became a guiding light. Her teachings on honesty, reflection, and daily practice showed me that true change isn’t rushed — it’s built from consistent, mindful action. Vanzant emphasizes that healing starts with truth — naming what’s real in your life without avoiding it. For me, that meant acknowledging my long-held people-pleasing habits , inherited anxiety , and the ways past experiences shaped my choices around food, self-care, and body image. Shadow work gave me language, but Vanzant gave me practical tools to act . Daily rituals — journaling, gratitude moments, morning reflections — became my anchors. Before each GLP-1 shot, I pause to set intention, honoring both my progress and the areas where I still need compassion. These small acts ripple outward, shaping how I respond to cravings, manage stres...