Thin Thinking Podcast

Halloween is almost here and you know what that means! Those cute little miniature candy bars are showing up everywhere, and before you know it, one innocent little piece can turn into a full-blown sugar spell!   

And here's the scary part: Halloween candy can be the gateway to an entire holiday season of cravings, overeating, and feeling like you've lost control. But it doesn't have to be that way!  

That's why I'm bringing back our annual Halloween candy episode! We're diving into the spooky little tricks our brains play on us around trigger foods...

If you've struggled with your weight for years, chances are you already know how to lose weight. The harder question is: How do you actually keep it off while living a normal life?  u

That's why I wanted to bring Jane Scofield onto the podcast. 

Jane was a lifelong yo-yo dieter who went through the Shift Weight Mastery Process with hypnosis three years ago, released 35 pounds, and has maintained that release ever since.  

And these haven't been three perfectly controlled years. Jane has retired, traveled extensively, enjoyed restaurants and celebrations, and even...

How long have you been mad at yourself about your weight? Maybe you're still angry about the weight you gained, the weight you released and gained back, the promises you made to yourself and didn't keep, or all the years you spent thinking you should have figured this out by now. Or maybe it's much smaller than that. You got off track last week, the scale went up this morning, or you ate more than you intended last night and you're still giving yourself a good talking-to about it today. When we've struggled with our weight for...

Have you ever started a weight loss journey feeling all fired up and ready to go, and then somewhere along the way, the sparkle wore off? 

The meals start feeling a little repetitive, exercise becomes a bit of a chore, the scale isn't giving you the applause you were hoping for, and suddenly your weight release journey feels like one big case of the blahs. And that, my friend, is often when old habits start quietly knocking at the door.

In this episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast, we're taking a look under t...

What if one of the biggest secrets to long-term Weight Mastery isn't making better decisions all day long—but making fewer decisions in the first place? Over the years, I've realized that so much of what keeps me healthy and maintaining my weight isn't willpower. It's sequencing. One thing cues the next, the next thing cues the next, and eventually those healthy patterns become so familiar that I barely have to think about them.

In this episode, I'm taking you inside my morning routine—and we'll look at the science of habit and automaticity, how old...

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a binge thinking, Why am I doing this again? I know better than this.

That question can carry a lot of shame. But what if binge eating isn't really about knowing better? What if it has much more to do with the way your brain has learned to find comfort, relief, escape, or even rebellion through food?

In this episode, I'm sharing five powerful mind shifts that can completely change the way you understand binge eating—and, more importantly, the way you respond when an...

Tomorrow I turn 62, and this birthday feels a little different because I realized something that honestly stopped me in my tracks: I have now maintained my ideal weight for 31 years—exactly half my life. And considering the first 31 years included dieting, binge eating, bulimia, smoking, starting over, and a whole lot of wondering, "What is wrong with me?"… that feels pretty remarkable.

But what I've learned is that long-term Weight Mastery didn't happen because I finally found the perfect diet or became spectacularly disciplined. It happened in layers: changing my mind, stepping out of the Weight S...

What if the money you're already spending every month could take you somewhere you never thought you could afford to go?

In this episode, I'm sitting down with Kelly Butler, The Points Maven. She's helped her clients book over $700,000 in free travel using credit card points, without carrying interest or hurting their credit scores.

We talk about how a health crisis changed her relationship to "someday" travel, and what that shift made possible. She walks through the exact strategy she used to book that trip, and how she now helps her own clients...

The same plan that had you dropping weight like clockwork suddenly seems to stop working, and it's easy to start wondering if it's you.

In this episode, I'm talking about what really happens when that early excitement fades: the scale slows down, you're hungrier, exercise starts feeling optional, and the old thought creeps back in, "here I go again."  

I walk through why this isn't failure, it's just the next season of the journey, and I share five mind hacks to help you stay in the game instead of starting over.

C...

Have you ever reached for something you really didn't intend to eat, and in that moment, the food seemed to have a much louder voice than your goals?

GLP-1 medications have become one of the biggest conversations in weight release, and most of that conversation lives at two extremes, miracle drug or cheating shortcut.

​​In this episode​, I wanted to get past the headlines and hear directly from the women actually living this experience. So, we surveyed 505 people who are currently using a GLP-1, have used one in the past, or are navigating questions about what comes next.

Many of us fall into the trap of thinking we have to do everything perfectly or we've completely fallen off track.

In this episode, I talk with Monica Packer, host of the About Progress podcast and author of the new book Sticky Habits, about a compassionate, effective approach to creating lasting change.

We get into why most habit advice fails women specifically, what "invisible labor" is and why it drains your energy, and why flexibility and consistency are actually friends, not enemies.

Loving your progress isn't about being more disciplined. It's...

This is the time of year vegetables are in their prime. If you are not a natural lover of veggies fear not!

In this episode, I share simple mindset shifts and practical hacks that go beyond the usual "just eat your veggies" advice to help you move from veggie skeptic to veggie adventurer without force, guilt, or choking down foods you hate. 

I also talk about the who, why, what, when, where, and how of building a real relationship with vegetables, plus a set of veggie-loving mantras to help your subconscious mind get o...

Sue Gaulke has maintained her ideal weight for eight years. Sue shares 10 (plus one bonus!) powerful principles that have helped her stay steady, confident, and connected to the habits and mindset that support long term maintenance.

Whether you're already maintaining, getting close, or still on your weight release journey, Sue's hard won wisdom will help you think beyond the finish line and toward lasting success. 

Maintenance isn't the finish line. It's the start line to the rest of your life.

Come on in!

In this episode, I share the five do's and five don'ts for what to do when the weight starts creeping back on. Because gaining a few pounds doesn't mean you've failed. But panicking and punishing yourself and trying to "get back to being good" can send you spiraling right back up the scale.

Maybe the weight snuck up over the summer or crept in during a stressful season. Either way, this episode will help you stop the spiral and reconnect with your inner coach so you can get back on your weight mastery path without...

​In this episode​, I break down one of the most talked about topics in weight release right now, food noise. But food noise isn't one big, mysterious monster. It's made up of five different voices. Once you learn to recognize them, you can choose the right tool for each one instead of white knuckling your way through the day.

Whether you're dealing with nighttime snacking, sugar cravings after dinner, emotional eating during stressful moments, or the exhausting "I'll start over tomorrow" cycle, this episode will help you quiet the chatter. You'll reconnect with your inner coac...

What would it mean to declare your own independence from the weight struggle?

In this inspiring Independence Day episode, I explore how the story of America's founding revolution mirrors the inner revolution it takes to break free from dieting, self blame, and the exhausting cycle of starting over. From naming what has been ruling you, to stepping into self leadership, to creating a vision that pulls you forward, this episode walks you through three powerful steps in your personal declaration of independence. 

We'll discover why the weight struggle can feel both painful and f...

Why does free food have so much power over us?

In this eye opening episode, I explore the hidden psychology behind free food and why something as simple as the words "it's free" can completely change the way we think, feel, and act around food. From office treats and Costco samples to holiday parties and hotel breakfast buffets, Rita reveals the surprising mental forces that can make free food feel impossible to resist.

Together, we'll unpack the powerful influence of scarcity, social pressure, fear of missing out, and old beliefs about wasting food...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, " skinny people have it so easy" ?

Maybe you're sitting there with your salad while someone else is happily working their way through a burger, fries, and dessert and somehow still looks amazing in their jeans.

It can feel pretty unfair.

And if we're honest, sometimes that feeling turns into resentment.

​This week on The Thin Thinking Podcast​, we're talking about something most of us have felt but don't always like to admit… skinny people envy.

You'll discover why resentment and comparison can st...

What if your next chapter wasn't about slowing down or shrinking your world... but about expanding it?

This week I'm sitting down with Andrew Motiwalla, founder of The Good Life Abroad, a company that creates month-long, community-based travel experiences across Europe for people over 55.

And before you picture yourself rushing through a museum with a tour group, let me stop you right there.

This is something entirely different.

It's living abroad the way you always imagined you might someday. Your own apartment. A built-in community of like-minded travelers. A...

What if breaking your nighttime snacking habit wasn't about willpower, but about creating an evening you actually love?

​In this episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast,​ we go deeper into the night eating cycle and explore how to transform your evenings from a time of mindless snacking into a time of true rejuvenation, connection, and self care.

Because here's the truth…

Night eating isn't a willpower problem.

It's a pattern your brain has wired in as a form of self care, even when it's working against you.

When yo...

Why does the kitchen suddenly start calling my name the moment the sun goes down? In this first episode of a special two-part series, I'm diving into the real reasons nighttime eating can feel so difficult to change — and why it has far less to do with willpower than most people think.

I explore how decision fatigue, emotional exhaustion, reward-seeking, and deeply ingrained habit loops all work together to make nighttime eating feel automatic. When we understand how the brain is wired, we can stop blaming ourselves and start approaching these patterns with compassion and st...

Why is it so much harder to stay on track around food when we're with other people?

​In this episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast,​ Rita Black dives into the psychology of social eating, why we tend to overeat and overdrink at parties and gatherings, and how preparation—not willpower—is the real key to staying grounded around food.

Together, Rita and Wendy unpack the "retirement brochure fantasy," the inner critic that whispers "you should have this figured out," and the surprising parallels between retirement transitions and long-term weight mastery...

What happens after the retirement party ends? 

In this insightful episode, Rita Black sits down with retirement life coach Wendy Leggett to explore the emotional and psychological side of retirement that nobody talks about. From identity shifts and purpose to mindset, structure, and connection, Wendy shares how retirement is not just a financial transition — it's a deeply personal one.

Together, Rita and Wendy unpack the "retirement brochure fantasy," the inner critic that whispers "you should have this figured out," and the surprising parallels between retirement transitions and long-term weight mastery.

Whether you're approaching ret...

Happy Self-Mothering Day! This week we explore how self-mothering—developing your Inner Nurturer—can help you break free from the cycle of emotional eating, starting over, and self-criticism.

When you learn how to support, guide, and listen to yourself instead of judging or controlling… real, sustainable change becomes possible.

If you're ready to shift from self-sabotage to self-leadership—and finally create lasting weight mastery—this episode is for you.

If you've been hearing more and more about GLP-1 medications lately… you're not alone.

Whether you're currently using one, considering it, or just quietly wondering if it might be part of your journey, this week's podcast episode is a conversation you don't want to miss.

I'm sitting down with Lynn, who released 70 pounds using a GLP-1 alongside the Shift Weight Mastery process.

And here's what makes her story so powerful…

This isn't a "the drug did it all" story.

It's a story about ownership.

Yes, the medication help...

As we start moving into the warmer months, I wanted to look at something that may come up for many people in our community as the summer approaches and demands that we peel off layers of clothes that not only have kept us warm during the winter--but also kept us conveniently hidden.

Maybe you've caught yourself reaching for layers, avoiding certain clothes, or dreading the moment when your body feels more "visible."
Not because anything is wrong with your body—but because of the relationship you've built with it.

In this week's episode of Th...

What if just 3 decisions could completely change the course of your weight journey… for good?

In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm sharing the three most powerful decisions that transformed not only my journey—but the same core decisions I've seen in people who achieve true, long-term weight mastery.

These aren't surface-level tips. They're the deep, internal shifts that help you:

Stop starting over

Step into the driver's seat of your life

And finally create lasting success from the inside out

Because here's the trut...

What happens when releasing weight doesn't just change your body… but starts opening up your whole life?

In this week's podcast episode, I'm sitting down with Darlene, whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. She's released 40 pounds and has kept it off for over six months—and what's unfolding for her now goes far beyond the number on the scale.

Here's what makes her story even more powerful…

In her 60s, Darlene was preparing for a major hiking adventure in Chile with her partner—something she told me she never would have even imagined...

If you've ever believed that once you hit your goal weight, everything just clicks into place… you're not alone.

We're often taught that weight loss works like this: First you lose the weight → then you arrive at your goal → and somehow, maintenance just happens.

Like the clouds part, the angels sing, and suddenly you know exactly how to live there forever.

But that's not how it works.

The truth is—long-term weight maintenance doesn't begin after you reach your goal weight. It begins long before you ever get there.

Because...

There's a subconscious cycle quietly running in the background for so many people that causes them to stay stuck with weight, and until you can see it, you can't break it.

That's exactly what this episode is about.

I'm naming the pattern, walking you through how it works, and sharing the tools that actually help you step out of it — for good.

If you are frustrated because you can't get consistency with weight release this episode will reveal the surprising truth why this is happening over and over and, better yet, how to br...

If you've ever wondered whether hypnosis can actually help with weight loss… you're definitely not alone.

A lot of people are curious about hypnosis, but they're also a little skeptical.

Maybe you've even tried it before and thought, "That didn't work for me."

In this week's podcast episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how hypnosis actually works when it comes to weight release and why it can be such a powerful tool for changing eating habits and behaviors.

And at the end of the episode, I'll share three simple self-hypnosis te...

In early February, I took a road trip to Sebastopol in Sonoma County, California — right in the heart of wine country… cheese country… bread country. Basically the Disneyland of delicious food.

And before I left, I gave myself a little challenge.

Could I fully enjoy the trip — eat at restaurants, explore the local food scene, indulge in everything Sonoma has to offer — and still stay around 1,500 calories a day?

In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm taking you along for the ride.

I'll share exactly how I navigated road trip...

If you've ever eaten not because you were physically hungry, but because you were stressed, lonely, overwhelmed, or simply done with the day — this episode is for you.

Emotional eating isn't really about food. It's about wiring.

When your brain learns that food equals relief, it will keep sending you there automatically, even when part of you knows that's not what you actually need.

In this week's episode, I'm breaking down why this pattern repeats and, more importantly, how to step out of it.

We'll talk about identity, emotional mastery, and on...

Have you ever noticed how quickly your mood can shift… and then blamed yourself for it?

Like you should just think more positively or try harder to control your mindset?

In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm joined by Jenn Trepeck for a conversation that many of you will find incredibly freeing:

👉 Your mood isn't just about mindset — it's about biochemistry.

Neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are literally built from the food you eat. They're influenced by your gut health and disrupted by stress, toxins, alcohol, caffeine, sugar, and eve...

Have you ever reached a goal weight and expected to feel confident… only to feel uneasy instead?

That's exactly what happened to Millie.

After releasing 60 pounds and maintaining her weight for nearly a year, she's about to celebrate her first Weight Mastery anniversary. But when she first arrived at her ideal weight, something unexpected showed up — imposter syndrome.

That quiet voice whispering:
Who do you think you are?
You've failed before.
This won't last.

If you've ever hit a milestone and felt more anxious than proud, you are not...

If your eyes burn, sting, feel dry, or get blurry after screen time, you're not alone—and this episode was made for you.

Dry eye disease is often driven by everyday habits we barely think about: long hours staring at screens, reduced blinking, and even common makeup choices. Many people don't realize what's happening until the symptoms become hard to ignore.

In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Pam Theriot, who brings clarity and calm to a topic that affects so many of us. 

This conversation is clear, empowering, and full of small, doa...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm just too old to lose weight now"—and felt that quiet fear settle in before you even try?

You're not alone. And more importantly… that thought might not be the truth you think it is.

​In today's podcast episode​, I'm diving into the three age-related weight loss myths I hear all the time—the ones that keep people stuck, discouraged, and quietly self-sabotaging before they even begin.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm just too old to lose weight now"—and felt that quiet fear settle in before you even try?

You're not alone. And more importantly… that thought might not be the truth you think it is.

​In today's podcast episode​, I'm diving into the three age-related weight loss myths I hear all the time—the ones that keep people stuck, discouraged, and quietly self-sabotaging before they even begin.

Getting sick can really mess with your weight mastery! And I don't just mean missing a workout or two. When you're sick, everything feels off.

Your appetite changes.

Your routines disappear.

Your skills feel shaky.

And suddenly all those "sick foods" start looking a little too comforting.

That's exactly why this week's podcast episode exists.

In this episode, I walk you through how to stay grounded in your identity as a weight master...