Thin Thinking Podcast

Ready to keep the travel vibes going? Part two of our Traveling Lite series just dropped — and it's packed with real-world tips straight from my recent adventure through Spain's stunning Costa Brava and vibrant Valencia. Last week in Part One, we focused on preparing for healthy travel — from mindset to packing smart. (If you missed it, make sure to catch up — it's a must-listen!) This week, in Pa...

Do you love to travel but find it hard to stay on track with your health goals while you're away? In this week's brand-new episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm kicking off a special two-part travel series—and I'm taking you behind the scenes of my recent adventure to Catalonia, Spain! Part one is all about what happens before you ever step on the plane—because staying healthy while traveling...

If you've been noticing a receding hairline, thinning patches, or more strands in the shower than usual, you're not alone. Hair loss is something many of us start facing as we age—and it can really impact how we feel about ourselves. The good news? There are more effective, science-backed solutions than ever before. In this week's podcast episode , I'm joined by Dr. Alan Bauman, one of the most tr...

​This week on the Thin Thinking Podcast​ , I'm opening up like never before. I'm sharing the raw, honest truth about what really changed when I finally released the weight for good—and kept it off for over 30 years. Spoiler alert: it wasn't the perfect diet. And it definitely wasn't about willpower. This episode is about the deep internal shifts I made—how I stopped self-sabotaging, how I stopped...

This week on the podcast, I'm bringing you a story that will stay with you long after the episode ends. Alice has released 80 pounds and has been maintaining her weight for nearly a year—but her transformation goes far beyond the number on the scale. Growing up with trauma and food deprivation, Alice's early years were marked by scarcity—both emotionally and physically. As she stepped into adultho...

How old were you when you first realized you had a challenge with weight? For some of us, it happens early—maybe as kids or teens. For others, it's later in life. Either way, that moment can shape so much of our journey. In this week's episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm talking with the absolutely delightful Roberta Walker. Roberta is a semi-retired landscape gardener (and a total joy to t...

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you keep hitting the same frustrating plateau in your weight loss journey? Like your body has this invisible boundary it refuses to move past? You're not alone—and there might be some science behind it. You may have heard of the weight set point theory, the idea that our bodies are biologically programmed to stay within a certain weight range. Bu...

I have an incredibly inspiring episode for you this week!  My guest, writer, musician, and now successful shifter, Lorraine Devin Wilke, has not only released 45 pounds with The Shift—she's also kept it off for five months and counting! In this episode, Lorraine opens up about her lifelong struggles with body image as a female rock and roll singer, the ups and downs of dieting, and how she finally...

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right—eating well, exercising, prioritizing self-care—but you're still battling fatigue, brain fog, or other chronic issues? What if the missing piece to feeling your best isn't just about diet and exercise but about uncovering the deeper imbalances within your body? In this week's podcast episode , I sit down with Reed Davis, a pioneer in Functional...

Did you know that people who successfully lose weight and keep it off long-term share common strategies—no matter their age, background, or lifestyle?  Studies show that lasting weight mastery isn't about luck or willpower. It's about developing key skill sets that make weight release sustainable. In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast , we're diving into three essential skill sets th...

2025 has been a whirlwind—weather events, economic uncertainty, and rapid changes everywhere we turn. Even the most calm and collected among us may feel a little shaken. But let's be real—life has always had a way of throwing curveballs, just when we think we've got it all under control. So, how do we take care of ourselves, stay centered, and avoid emotional eating when the world around us feels...

How often do we find ourselves putting everyone else's needs ahead of our own? As women, it's almost second nature—until one day, we hit a crossroads. That's exactly what happened to my guest on this week's episode, Penny Duke. Penny reached a powerful moment of truth, a fork in the road, where she made one decision that changed everything: she finally put herself first. And that choice sparked an...

Have you checked in on your energy levels lately? If you've been feeling more drained than usual—like your motivation, focus, and zest for life are running on empty—you're not alone.  Midlife energy struggles are real, but the good news is, there are solutions! In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm joined by Dr. Christine Li, a clinical psychologist and energy coach, to uncover...

You worked hard to lose weight, and for a while, you were feeling great—lighter, healthier, and in control. But then… life happened. Stress, old habits creeping back in, or maybe just a little too much "I'll get back on track tomorrow." And before you know it, the scale starts inching up. Sound familiar? First, take a deep breath. Whether it's five pounds, 15, or more, this doesn't mean all your p...

​In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast ​, I sit down with Mary Macdonald to discuss how her weight journey began with the fascination of being thin, a message that was everywhere in the sixties, seventies, and beyond. As a commercial artist, Mary saw firsthand how the Mad Men-era of advertising shaped the female psyche around weight loss. But more importantly, she shares how she brok...

Have you ever noticed how a bout of illness can throw your weight management journey off course? When we're feeling unwell, it's easy to abandon the healthy habits we've worked so hard to build. Maybe it's the fatigue that makes balanced meal planning feel impossible or the cravings for comfort foods that soothe in the moment but don't align with our long-term goals. Or perhaps it's the disruption...

The road to releasing weight long-term isn't just about weight but about shifting a lot of beliefs about ourselves, and our worth. This is especially true for women because many of us grew up thinking our weight defined our worth. Being perfect meant being valued--especially to ourselves. In my upcoming podcast episode , I'm joined by Susan Winchester, a remarkable member and coach in our Shift co...

Just the other day one of my students asked me what was the key thinking change that I made in order to release 40 pounds and maintain my ideal weight for 30 years.  It got me thinking. Because of course there were many, many mind shifts that happened in my long term weight mastery journey--through all the ups and downs of life: marriage, childbirth, menopause, death of close family members and al...

When you think of creativity, who comes to mind? Maybe Picasso with a paintbrush, Emily Bronte with a pen, or Lady Gaga lighting up the stage. We often see creativity as the power to make something out of nothing. But what if I told you that your weight management journey could be an art form too? A space where creativity sparks the resilience you need to reach your goals. In the latest episode of...

When I was struggling with my weight, January filled me with dread. I knew it meant trying to "fix" my holiday overindulgences with super-restrictive diets. Deep down, though, I also knew I'd likely fail. The faith and drive to see my goals through just weren't there. In part two of our three-part series , Weight Loss Resilience Training: Building Mental Strength to Reach Your Goal, we're tackling...

If you've ever started a weight loss journey in January, full of excitement and determination, only to feel frustrated and off track just a few weeks later, you're not alone. Studies show that 80% of people abandon their New Year's resolutions by February. Here's the thing—it's not that you don't want to succeed. Life happens, motivation dips, and the path gets blurry. But it doesn't have to be li...

Happy New Year, my dear listener! 2025 is here, and we're starting it off with a bang—celebrating a huge milestone: our 200th episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast as well as the New Year 2025! 🎉 ! 🎉 That's right! It's a double celebration, and I've planned something truly special for you to kick off the year: ✨ First, I'll guide you through an incredible Bridge Mind Technique to tackle those st...

Ho, ho, ho! Happy Holidays to you and our Thin Thinking family! The holidays bring promises of connection, warmth, and snugly memories—but let's be honest, they can also throw us for a loop. Maybe you're feeling lonely, overwhelmed by a crowd of people, or struggling to stick to your healthy habits with mountains of tempting holiday treats in sight. For some of us, the holidays and binges can go t...

Happy Holidays! 🎄 As we approach the season's grand finale—a whirlwind of celebrations, family gatherings, and indulgent meals—it's so easy to lose focus on our health and weight goals. Many of us think, "I'll just start fresh in the New Year." But what if you didn't have to start over? In this week's Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm thrilled to welcome back Marilyn Thayer, who has kept off over 100 p...

The holidays are here, and so is our much-anticipated Thin Thinking annual healthy baking episode! This week, I'm serving up mindful baking strategies that will keep your health goals intact without sacrificing the joy of creating cherished holiday memories in the kitchen. If the pull of flour, sugar, festive sprinkles, and frosting is calling your name—don't worry, I've got you covered!  It's tim...