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• Listen Again: The Tyranny of the Shoulds

  Have you ever found yourself trapped in the endless cycle of "shoulds"? You know, those nagging thoughts that tell you what you should be doing, how you should look, and who you should be? It's like having a not-so-helpful, naggy backseat driver living in your head, right? But does listening to those "shoulds" actually get you anywhere? Or do they just slow you down, leaving you feeling guilty and stuck? In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the murky waters of those "shoulds" swimming around in your head. We'll explore why we're so afraid of trying and failing, and how we can start to break free from the guilt they bring. Today we’re gonna uncover the secrets to noticing and depersonalizing those "should" thoughts, and learn how to question them like a pro - or even - a hero. Plus, we'll sprinkle in some wisdom from voices you respect, helping you see those "shoulds" in a whole new light. So, are you ready to shake off the shackles of the shoulds and choose your own path forward?  Aw yeah! Let’s go!

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• When One Cookie Feels Like Failure

  Have you ever had that awful, sinking feeling after a “bad” food day… where all your progress feels like it’s circling the drain? You ate something that wasn’t “on plan,” skipped a workout, maybe even said, “Screw it” and dove face-first into a bag of chips. And then, the spiral starts. Your brain chimes in with the ultimate gut-punch: “See? You messed up. Again. You’re never going to get this right.”  And that voice… oh, that voice is ruthless, right? Like it’s been waiting all day to pounce. “You always do this. You can’t be trusted. What’s the point?” It’s like every time you slip, even just a little, your mind uses it as proof that you’re broken. That this won’t work. That you’re back at square one. Again So today, we’re going to talk about what’s really going on when you mess up—and why it’s not the mess-up that matters most. We’ll cover: – Why slipping up isn’t the actual problem—it’s how you interpret it – How to stop turning one off-moment into a character assassination – And how to bounce back with confidence and kindness instead of shame and spirals If you’re tired of letting one bad moment become a reason to quit, you’re in the right place. Let’s untangle the mess-up mindset and find a better way forward. Are you ready to unpack the pressure, defuse the drama, and find your footing again with grace and guts? Let’s go!   https://confidentbody.coach/tips/ BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

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• Predictable Patterns: The Plot Twists You Totally Saw Coming

  Have you ever watched yourself make the same decision, at the same time, in the same situation—again and again—and thought, “Why do I always do this?” Maybe it’s Friday night. You feel tired, drained, maybe a little rebellious. You think, “I’ll just loosen up this weekend and start over Monday.” And then Monday rolls around, and you’re standing in front of the mirror, wondering how you got back here—again. Welcome back to our 6 part series on excuses called Excuses Exposed. Today we’re talking about Predictable patterns.  Predictable patterns are the loops we know by heart. The scripts our brain has memorized. The decisions we almost expect ourselves to make. And the more often they happen, the more permanent they start to feel. But what if “this always happens” didn’t mean you were doomed to repeat it? What if it just meant you were in a habit loop that can be rewritten? Before we dig into all that, let’s do a final recap of where we’ve been on this excuses journey. In Episode 1, we talked about excuses as mental habits—not personality flaws. You learned the Excuse-Proofing Process: Pause, Ponder, Pivot, Practice. In Episode 2, we covered emotional excuses—when food feels like a reward, relief, or rebellion. Episode 3 unpacked minimizing excuses—the “just a bite” and “this doesn’t count” thoughts that add up over time. In Episode 4, we tackled scarcity excuses—the “now or never” mindset that tricks you into overeating because you think it’s your only chance. Last week, in Episode 5, we talked about overwhelm excuses—those “it’s too hard” and “I don’t have time” thoughts that show up when your brain feels like it’s drowning. And now, here we are, at the finale. Predictable patterns. The loops you see coming. The places you fall off track in ways that feel frustratingly familiar. Let’s talk about what those patterns mean—and how to change them without needing a complete personality transplant. Ready? Let’s go!   https://confidentbody.coach/tips/ BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

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• Overwhelm Excuses: When Food Feels Easier Than Facing the Day

  Have you ever looked at your to-do list, then looked at the fridge, and thought, “I just can’t deal—I need something to eat”? Or said to yourself, “I want to take care of myself, but I don’t have the energy, I don’t have the time, and honestly, I just don’t have it in me today”? That’s overwhelm talking. And when overwhelm takes the wheel, the drive-through starts to look like self-care. Welcome back to our 6 part series on excuses called Excuses Exposed. Today we’re talking about Overwhelm excuses.  These excuses don’t always sound dramatic. They sound tired. Logical. They sound like you are protecting your sanity. And in some ways, you are. Your brain is doing its best to help you cope. The problem is, it often trades short-term relief for long-term frustration. Before we dig into that, let’s do a quick recap. In Episode 1, we covered how excuses aren’t flaws—they’re just protective habits your brain uses to dodge discomfort. You learned how to Pause, Ponder, Pivot, and Practice. In Episode 2, we tackled emotional excuses. The kind that show up when food becomes your comfort blanket. In Episode 3, we talked about minimizing excuses—those little “doesn’t count” moments that quietly chip away at your progress. And in Episode 4, we exposed scarcity excuses. Thoughts that made food feel limited, special, or socially required. For today Let’s unpack overwhelm.When life feels too full, the mental load. The pressure. and your brain says, “Forget it.This is all too hard.” Ready? Let’s go!   https://confidentbody.coach/tips/ BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

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• Scarcity Excuses: The “Now or Never” Nonsense Tour

  Have you ever thought, “I better eat this now—it’s my only chance”? Or, “I can’t throw that away. That would be wasteful.” Or maybe, “This is vacation food. It doesn’t count.”  Welcome back to our 6 part series on excuses called Excuses Exposed. Today we’re talking about Scarcity excuses. Scarcity excuses love to sound noble. Practical. Even generous. But underneath all that helpful-sounding logic is fear. Fear of missing out. Fear of being wasteful. Fear that if you don’t eat it now, you’ll never get the chance again. Scarcity thinking doesn’t just affect your choices—it erodes your trust in yourself. Before we get into that, let’s do a quick recap. In Episode 1, we laid the groundwork: excuses are just mental habits designed to protect you from discomfort. We talked through the Excuse-Proofing process—Pause, Ponder, Pivot, Practice. In Episode 2, we looked at emotional excuses—like “I deserve it” or “I just want it”—where food gets used as a shortcut to reward, comfort, or relief. Then in Episode 3, we explored minimizing excuses—those quiet little “just one bite” moments that add up more than we think. Today, we’re looking at scarcity excuses—thoughts that make food feel like a limited-time offer, or a social obligation, or a moral duty to the Clean Plate Club. Let’s dig into the fear of not having enough—even when you’re already full. Ready? Let’s go!   https://confidentbody.coach/tips/ BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

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