Dara Tomasson

Love Yourself Thin Podcast

Love Yourself Thin Podcast is where quilters come to create the life they truly want—on and off the sewing machine. Hosted by life coach Dara Thomason, this show helps you ditch the overwhelm, understand your habits, and build a healthier relationship with yourself and with food. Whether you want more confidence, more energy, or more joy in your quilting and everyday life, you'll learn practical tools, mindset shifts, and empowering strategies that help you feel better in your body and in your mind. It's the same heart and mission you loved from The Quilter's Coach Podcast—now with a name that...

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Dara Tomasson

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Education

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

134. Weight Loss and the Hunger Games 14.02.2024

Have you considered that hunger serves as a valuable tool for our bodies, playing a crucial role in the weight loss process and keeping the weight off? In today's discussion, we'll delve into the significance of hunger, exploring how we can harness it as a beneficial tool while striving to shed pounds and why it's actually a good thing to be feeling. Additionally, we'll explore the hereditary aspe...

133. Weight Loss and the Elephant 07.02.2024

Do you have a genuine love and appreciation for your body? If you are embarrassed or uncomfortable to say that you don't, you're not alone. In this episode, we delve into the topics of self-love, body image, and weight loss. It's important to acknowledge and value your body just as it is, recognizing that weight is just one aspect of your identity. While we explore the ways in which weight loss ca...

132. Weight Loss and Love as a Tool 31.01.2024

 Do you feel so frustrated that even at whatever age you are right now, you still have childhood trauma that comes up and holds you back? You still feel like you're trying to prove yourself or you feel like you're not good enough or somehow you're broken? In today's episode, we explore the transformative power of love as a healing tool, specifically delving into its connection with weight loss. We...

131. Weight Loss and the Power of Small and Simple 24.01.2024

In this inspiring episode, discover the power of small and simple actions in achieving weight loss and keeping it off. So what is one simple thing that you could do today that will transform your life? One thing that you could do differently that would make a huge impact? I provide suggestions of simple changes you can start implementing in your life that would make a significant impact. Central t...

130. Weight Loss and Your Personal Manual 17.01.2024

Are you aware that each of us possess a personal operating manual within our brains, whether we know it or not? Discovering and understanding this manual requires slowing down and introspection, especially in the face of life's challenges. Have you ever considered what your personal manual entails, particularly in coping with life's obstacles? Is turning to food a common response for you? In this...

129. Weight Loss Ruts and Failed Driver's Tests 10.01.2024

What are some unhealthy ruts or patterns that you are stuck in? Are you prioritizing self-care and taking a moment to reflect on your thoughts? In this episode, we'll focus on nurturing your brain's well-being. I'll share a personal story of failing my initial driver's test, revealing the profound lesson derived from that experience and its relevance to you. We will dive into the concept of upgrad...

128. Be Your Own Best Boss 03.01.2024

While New Year's Resolutions are often discussed, how frequently do we genuinely set goals aligned with our true, authentic desires? In today's episode, I provide three tools to assist you in setting and achieving your goals, with a strong emphasis on fostering self-love and practicing positive self-talk. I urge you all to monitor and improve the way you speak to yourselves as this has a profound...

127. Weight Loss and Growing Pains 27.12.2023

Are you currently experiencing challenges or dissatisfaction with your life? I want you to know that this feeling is a positive sign of personal growth. Embracing change can be difficult and uncomfortable and there may be a tendency to cling to the familiar for a sense of security. However, in this episode, I show you that it is better to embrace change and discover true, authentic joy. In this ep...

126. Weight Loss and the Long Game 20.12.2023

Have you found yourself trapped in a cycle of attempts and failures in your weight loss struggle? Do you end up feeling like giving up is the only option? You're not alone. In this episode I discuss the obstacles of the 'long game' in weight loss, addressing the crucial need for sustainable approaches beyond the conventional methods we're familiar with.  Delving into the intricate systems of our b...

125. Weight Loss and Fail Safe Holiday Eating Plan 13.12.2023

Are you tired of the holiday season being associated with unavoidable weight gain? Well, you're in luck because in this episode, we're diving into the strategies on how to truly enjoy the holidays without the guilt and the extra pounds. We'll explore ways to savor the festive season without feeling bloated or constantly engaged in a mental tug-of-war about what to eat.  It's time to break the cycl...

124. Weight Loss and Christmas Baking 06.12.2023

Are you already gathering butter and flour for your Christmas baking preparations? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with so much baking to do and you're feeling a little bit anxious about all of it? I'm interested in hearing about your relationship with Christmas baking. Today's episode you will hear why baking is so significant during the holidays and how to still enjoy Christmas without all the...

123. Weight Loss and Accepting Compliments 29.11.2023

Do you find it challenging to embrace compliments? Does receiving praise make you uneasy, leaving you unsure of how to respond? Have you considered that a straightforward "Thank you" suffices as a complete and appropriate response? It is that simple. This episode delves into the reasons behind the difficulty in accepting compliments. We'll explore the positive impact on your well-being when you be...

122. Weight Loss and Shame Mastery 22.11.2023

 Shame is something that I used to feel all the time. It was always there. Over time, I came to the realization that this emotion served as the driving force behind many struggles I faced. Do you ever find yourself grappling with similar thoughts? Are you always questioning whether you are good enough? Or thinking you must be broken because you still haven't figured things out? If this sounds like...

121. Weight Loss and Saying No Without Guilt 15.11.2023

Do you have a lot of trouble saying no when people ask you to do something, leading to a sense of resentment as you juggle a busy schedule with your own priorities and responsibilities? Do you often find yourself explaining and justifying your refusals? If this sounds familiar, you've come to the right place! In this episode, we dive into the topic of guilt. I'll share three valuable strategies to...

120. Weight Loss and Your Relationship With Food 08.11.2023

How would you describe your relationship with food? Do you find yourself seeking comfort in food frequently, or do you wrestle with establishing a balanced and positive relationship with food? Well did you know that gaining a healthy relationship with food starts with a healthy relationship with ourselves? And that is what this episode is all about.  When you can genuinely love, value, and have co...

119. Weight Loss and Free Food 01.11.2023

What's your response when you enter a room filled with an array of donuts, cakes, or delicious treats, all available for free? Do you find yourself thinking, 'How can I not eat this??' This is a common problem I see and have struggled with myself. In this episode, I delve into the topic of free food and provide strategies for handling such situations. We often adopt a scarcity mindset when confron...

118. Weight Loss and Fear, Halloween Edition 25.10.2023

When you talk about food, does it bring you so much fear? I hear you. I still have some fear around food and I've been doing this work for a long time.  In this episode, I aim to equip you with effective strategies to conquer your fear of food. We'll delve into the reasons why fear poses a significant challenge in the context of food and weight loss. We'll also address some common fears people hav...

117. Weight Loss and Loving Food 18.10.2023

Do you have a deep love for food, making the thought of dieting or depriving yourself seem horrible? If so, this episode is made just for you! We'll explore how to shed those extra pounds while maintaining a genuine love for food. You can still cherish food and everything great about it, but it's essential to shift your relationship with it. In this episode, I give you five practical steps to guid...

116. Weight Loss and Gratitude 11.10.2023

I recently celebrated the Canadian Thanksgiving, and with this holiday just around the corner for others, I believe it's the perfect time to explore the concept of gratitude and its impact on achieving lasting mental and physical well-being. In this episode, we will dive into the many advantages of incorporating more gratitude into our lives, backed by scientific research. We will also uncover how...

115. Weight Loss and Me-Tober 04.10.2023

Do you feel like it's selfish spending time or money on yourself? Do you feel guilty whenever you take time out for yourself? In this episode we discuss why you are your own best investment. When you don't take care of yourself then we don't show up as the best version of yourself. So I want you to ask yourself, how are you treating yourself? If you are not taking care of yourself, if you are not...

114. Weight Loss and Excuses 27.09.2023

How many justifications or excuses have you been using as a reason as to why you haven't been able to achieve your weight loss goals? Today, we'll explore some typical rationales and emphasize the importance of delving deep to ascertain their validity. Are these excuses genuinely preventing you from shedding those extra pounds? And if you discover they have some merit, what's next? Well, armed wit...

113. Weight Loss and Falling Into Old Habits 20.09.2023

Do you ever find yourself thinking that change is nearly impossible? Perhaps you've been doing things a certain way for so long that change seems out of reach. Well, here's some great news – even old dogs can learn new tricks!  In this episode, I discuss how we are able to shift our thoughts around situations before the actual experience arises so we are better prepared, making us less likely to r...

112. Weight Loss and the Thrift Store Purse 13.09.2023

Do you ever find yourself attaching your self-worth to the number on the scale, even though you know deep down it shouldn't define you? I want to share an interesting story about a thrift store purse I stumbled upon, not knowing its true value when I bought it. I discuss how this story relates to weight loss. Here's the real question: How do you measure your own value? What standards do you use to...

111. Weight Loss and Freebies 06.09.2023

What happens when you open your mailbox and find all the junk mail? Do you simply discard them, or do you find excitement in the prospect of the free offers they contain? Today's episode will delve into the concept that a free offer can hold a significance far beyond your initial expectations. The face that something is free does not diminish its inherent value. Just as when you discover the abili...

110. Weight Loss and Honeymoons 30.08.2023

Do you ever feel like you find yourself in the honeymoon phase of weight loss? A period where everything appears remarkably effortless, yet there's a lingering concern that this ease might dissipate unexpectedly?  In this episode I am talking all about the "honeymoon phase" of dieting. While it brings a sense of euphoria in the moment, it's crucial to grasp how to navigate through these distinct s...

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