175: Controlling Your Weight Loss Identity

Believing in yourself doesn’t always come easily—especially when your past is full of evidence that makes you doubt what’s possible. In this episode we’re talking about a subtle but powerful shift: moving from “Do I believe in myself today?” to “Can I believe in my potential?” Through stories, reflections, and even lessons from her son’s swim journey, I’m sharing how to unlock a new way of thinking about growth, setbacks, and success. If you’ve ever felt stuck because your progress wasn’t linear, this conversation will give you a refreshing perspective on what’s really required to reach your goals, on or off the scale.   Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/179 Learn more about The Unstoppable Group: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/group Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

September often feels like a fresh start: the kids are back in school, routines shift, and there’s a natural pull toward new goals. But how do you harness that energy without falling into the same old traps of quick fixes and short-lived motivation? In this week’s episode, I’m sharing why September is the new January and how to use seasonal resets to fuel sustainable success—on or off the scale. We’ll dig into the mindset shifts and strategic moves that actually make a reset work, so you can stop “winging it” and start building momentum that lasts.   Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/178 Learn more about The Unstoppable Group: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/group Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

Perfectionism can be a super-skill… until it quietly becomes the very thing holding you back. In this episode, I’m sharing the results of a not-so-secret experiment I’ve been running to break free from overthinking, reclaim my time, and find more presence in my life. What started as a simple shift in how I approached this podcast turned into a powerful lesson about pressure, productivity, and freedom. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by your own high standards or found yourself second-guessing decisions to the point of exhaustion, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and a few practical strategies you can use right away.   Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/177 Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

We’ve all said it before: “I’m doing everything, and it’s not working.” It feels true. It feels justified. But it’s also the exact thought that keeps so many overachievers stuck in frustration, burnout, and start–stop momentum. In this episode, I’m adding a little extra “masala to the chai” and calling out this sneaky, disempowering sentence for what it really is: a silent results killer. We’ll dig into why it’s so costly, how to spot it in your own inner soundtrack, and the high-currency questions that can flip it into progress.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/176 Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

Let’s be honest—boredom doesn’t feel sexy or motivational… but it might just be the exact ingredient your future self is counting on. In today’s episode, I’m coming to you straight from my car (yes, really!) after a StairMaster session that reminded me why I do what I do and why I used to resist this kind of work so hard. I’m talking all about how to embrace boredom without burnout, and how your ability to take consistent action might have less to do with willpower and more to do with your relationship with your three identities: your past self, your present self, and your future self. If you’ve ever thought “I’m just not that kind of person,” this episode is for you.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/175 Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset  

Ever find yourself constantly “putting out fires,” despite having the best-laid plans? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple (but powerful) mindset shift that helped me break the cycle of procrastination, and it all started with a plane ticket to Paris. This chatty, behind-the-scenes-style episode dives into the real reason smart, high-achieving women feel behind, overwhelmed, and stuck in pressure-fueled perfectionism. And more importantly, how you can change that today. If you’ve ever said “I just need more time” or found yourself avoiding your to-do list with snacks, scrolling, or procrasti-working… this one’s for you.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/174 Join us at The Unstoppable Retreat: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/retreat  Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

If you’ve ever felt like thinking about weight loss is taking up way too much mental energy—like it’s become a second job—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why smart, high-achieving women (like you) spend so much time overthinking their strategy… and how to get that time back. We’ll talk about the real fears that keep you stuck, the doubt that slows you down, and the simple shifts that helped me (and my clients) free up 10+ hours a week.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/173 Join us at The Unstoppable Retreat: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/retreat  Get my Hormones Training: http://burnstressloseweight.com/hormones Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

This week, I’m sharing a conversation that’s especially close to my heart—with one of my real-life best friends, Dr. Devon Gimbel. She’s a physician turned travel expert and the host of the Point Me to First Class podcast, and she’s the person who first introduced me to the idea that travel—especially solo travel—can be transformational in the best way. In this episode, we talk about what it means to take a trip just for you, without your family, without guilt, and without needing to "earn it" first. We dive into our different upbringings, travel histories, and how giving ourselves permission to explore—literally and emotionally—has shifted everything. If you’ve ever felt the pull to go somewhere alone but felt selfish even thinking about it… this one’s for you.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/172 Dr. Devon Gimbel's Links: Website: https://www.pointmetofirstclass.com/  Points Made Easy Course: https://www.pointmetofirstclass.com/pointsmadeeasy  Point Me to First Class Podcast: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/podcast   Join us at The Unstoppable Retreat: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/retreat Check out my private podcast for lasting weight loss here: https://www.theunstoppablemombrain.com/bodyreset

What if the reset you’ve been craving doesn’t come from a new planner or perfectly aligned schedule… but from a plane ticket? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Courtney Downes, a full-time ER doc and the founder of Prescription to Travel MD. We talk about something a little different than our usual programming—travel, especially solo travel. If you're a high-achieving woman who’s been putting off rest or waiting for the “right time” to go on that dream trip, this conversation is for you. We’re diving into what holds so many of us back from traveling (hint: it’s not just logistics), and how creating intentional pauses in your life can be one of the most powerful things you do—not just for yourself, but for everyone around you. Dr. Courtney Downes is an Emergency Medicine physician, avid traveler, and the founder of Prescription to Travel MD. Through her podcast, platform, and personalized strategy sessions, she helps physicians and busy professionals—maximize rewards, prevent burnout, and make meaningful travel more accessible. When she’s not working in the ER or traveling with her family, she’s teaching others how to stop leaving points on the table and start booking luxury travel without the luxury price tag.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/171 Dr. Courtney Downes’s Links: Website: https://prescriptiontotravelmd.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prescriptiontotravelmd/  Join us at The Unstoppable Retreat: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/retreat Learn more: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/group 

Summer doesn’t have to be the season of sabotage. In this episode, I’m pulling one of my favorite (and most strategic) episodes from the archives to answer a question I get every single year: Can I enjoy summer and still lose weight? Spoiler: Yes. But only if you drop the myth that weight loss has to feel like deprivation. If you’ve ever felt like you have to press pause on your goals during summer vacations, holidays, and weekends, this episode is your invitation to think differently. I’ll walk you through the exact skills that let my clients enjoy trips, connect with family, and lose weight—all at the same time. Let’s rewrite the story of summer success.   Resources:  Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/170 Learn more: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/group  Get the Hormones Training: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/hormones