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Ep 44_How to Deal with the Voice in your Head

Show Notes

 Have you ever heard that inner voice say "stuff it, I can't be bothered, what's the point?" — and then watched yourself blow your whole plan? You're not weak. You're not broken. And it's definitely not a willpower problem.

In this episode, I'm unpacking the real reasons behind weight loss self-sabotage — why these intrusive thoughts show up specifically around food and not in other areas of your life, and what you can actually do to stop them from derailing your progress. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle, trying to break emotional eating habits, or simply struggling to stay consistent, this episode will help you understand your brain — and work with it instead of against it.

What You'll Learn

  • Why self-sabotage thoughts are a normal, predictable part of any weight loss journey
  • The five key reasons your brain triggers "stuff it" thoughts — including fear of failure, low energy, dopamine cravings, all-or-nothing thinking, and emotional eating
  • Why food cravings during stress aren't about hunger — they're about comfort and survival
  • Six practical strategies to recognise and interrupt self-sabotage before it takes hold
  • How to break the all-or-nothing thinking trap that keeps you stuck
  • Why self-compassion (not self-criticism) is one of the most powerful tools in your weight loss toolkit
  • The simple daily structure that removes decision fatigue and protects you on your hardest days

Brief Key Moments

  • Sheryl shares a real client story — how one woman almost derailed her progress and what helped her stay on track
  • The moment Sheryl realised, while working as a receptionist for her own nutritionist, that self-sabotage thoughts are universal — not a personal failing
  • A powerful analogy: why we don't blow our savings or quit our jobs after one bad day — so why do we do it with food?
  • The five reasons self-sabotage thoughts are wired into your brain — explained clearly and without shame
  • Six actionable steps to work with your brain, including spotting triggers, catching all-or-nothing thinking, and building a food structure that protects you
  • Why alcohol was one of Sheryl's biggest personal triggers — and what she did about it
  • The final message: you are not the thought — you are the person noticing the thought

One Action to Start Now

Create a simple eating structure and stick to it — three low-carb meals and one low-carb snack every day. No guessing, no last-minute decisions when you're tired and overwhelmed. You've already decided. You just follow the plan.

This one shift removes the moment-by-moment decision-making that gives self-sabotage thoughts their power. Think of it not as restriction — but as protection for the version of you that's running on empty.

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