Show Notes
If January feels more exhausting than exciting, this episode is for you.
Steph and I break down why New Year's resolutions hit differently when you have a long history of dieting and why extreme plans, fast starts, and "I can't mess this up again" thinking often lead straight back to overeating and guilt.
We talk about how urgency and fear drive overly restrictive rules, why those rules backfire, and what it actually takes to stop the cycle without giving up on your goals.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why motivation fades faster each year you diet
How extreme rules fuel overeating and binge cycles
How to respond to slip-ups without starting over
What it means to become a different eater, not just follow another plan
Simple mindset shifts you can start using today to create consistency
If you're tired of restarting and want a calmer, more sustainable way forward, this episode will help you do January differently.
🎧 Press play and let's break the cycle.
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"It's just a few bites." "A little won't hurt."
You've been "so good" for two weeks. Your jeans button without a fight. Then one night you're in the pantry with a box of Goldfish wondering what on earth just happened.
"I don't want to deprive myself."
You were on point all week. Then somebody brought cookies to the office, you had one, and the whole day was shot. So you finished the box and swore you'd start fresh Monday.
100 days is not a small number. It's enough time to build a habit, stress-test it during the holidays, and walk into January already ahead instead of starting from zero.