In this powerful episode, Sandra sits down with Michelle, who shares her emotional and transformative journey from decades of dieting and self-doubt to finding food freedom and self-trust through Slimpod. Michelle opens up about the emotional roots of her weight struggles, how she broke free from toxic diet culture, and the mindset shifts that helped her reclaim her health — and her life.From secret eating and pain-filled walks to dancing with joy and hiking uphill with confidence, Michelle’s story is a testament to what happens when you stop dieting and start living.Why dieting from age 15 led Michelle into a cycle of self-sabotageThe deep impact of childhood comparisons and limiting beliefsHow Slimpod helped her ditch the scales and tune into her body’s natural cuesWhat stress eating really looks like and how she disrupts the pattern nowThe freedom of eating intuitively — with no guilt, rules, or restrictionsHow walking, belly dancing, and a body-positive mindset changed her lifeWhy her journey is no longer about size — but about health, joy, and longevityResources📘 The Weight’s Over – Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis🎧 Learn more about SlimpodContact us:Get in touch at customerservices@thinkingslimmer.com
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Racheal’s Comeback: Overcoming Menopause, Weight Gain, and Self-Doubt
In this deeply moving and empowering episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra sits down with a guest whose life was transformed by the Slimpod programme. At 19 stone and feeling trapped in a body that wouldn’t move, she believed she had an undiagnosed condition — until a chance encounter with Slimpod sparked a complete mindset shift.We explore her extraordinary 13-month journey to lose 7 stone, regain her energy, and reclaim her self-worth. But the story doesn’t stop there. After maintaining her weight loss for a year, life threw her off course — menopause, loss of purpose, and negative self-talk led to a relapse. Discover how she fought her way back, stronger and more balanced than ever, with powerful insights about self-compassion, sustainability, and finding joy in movement.Key Takeaways:Why weight loss is as much about the mind as it is about the bodyHow menopause and emotional triggers impact progress — and how to push throughThe power of having a clear “why” and a mindset anchored in self-worthPractical habits that led to sustainable success: from morning spin sessions to joyful weekend cyclingWhy ditching the scales and focusing on how you feel can be the real game changerResources & Links:Learn more about the Slimpod Programme: thinkingslimmer.comOrder Sandra’s book, The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control: Theweightsover.comFollow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisSubscribe & Review:If you found this episode inspiring, subscribe to The Weight’s Over podcast and leave us a review! Your support helps others discover this life-changing journey.
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Lorraine: "I stopped dieting and lost 11 stone"
In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Sandra sits down with Lorraine, a Slimpod member who once carried an extra 11 stone and felt lost in her own life. From the outside, Lorraine seemed confident, but inside she battled depression, loneliness, and a lifelong struggle with food.Lorraine opens up about:Living a “double life” and the emotional toll of obesityHer long history with failed dietsThe turning point: discovering Slimpod and noticing immediate mindset shiftsHer addiction to sugar — and how she gave it up without feeling deprivedBuilding new habits effortlessly, like choosing berries over croissantsHow she went from hardly walking to enjoying nature walks, swimming, and even hula hoopingHer transformation from a size 28 to a happy and confident 14–16Why she says: “I lost weight because I stopped dieting”Ditching diets can lead to sustainable weight loss when mindset is prioritizedSmall mental shifts create big lifestyle changesEmotional eating often masks deeper struggles — and can be rewiredExercise doesn’t need to be punishment — joy and nature can be your gymSelf-acceptance matters more than the number on the scaleThinkingSlimmer.com – Home of the Slimpod programmeSandra’s book: The Weight’s Over – Take Back ControlFree Facebook community for Slimpod users“It was like a switch went on in my brain… I don’t gorge on chocolate anymore, because I don’t need to.”If Lorraine’s story inspired you, subscribe to The Weight’s Over Live Show, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a dose of hope and healing.Resources mentioned in this episode:Slimpod Programme- Thinkingslimmer.comThe Weight's Over: Take Back Control- theweightsover.comSubscribe, share, and review to help others on their journey to food freedom and self-trust!Get in touch:Contact customer support at customerservices@thinkingslimmer.comFollow Sandra on instagram @sandraroycroftdavis
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The Power of I Am: Goal Mapping with Brian Mayne
🧠 Guest Expert: Brian Mayne, creator of Goal MappingIn this empowering episode, Sandra welcomes long-time friend and mindset mentor Brian Mayne, an internationally recognized expert on goal mapping and self-esteem. Brian shares the story of how goal mapping came to him in a flash of inspiration and how it has since transformed over 5 million lives.From uncovering the brain science behind goal-setting to the role of positive affirmations in reshaping self-image, this episode dives deep into the power of changing your mind to change your life.We discuss:What Is Goal Mapping?Combining words (left brain) and pictures (right brain) to activate your whole brainCreating visual, affirming roadmaps to your ideal lifeWhy Traditional Goal-Setting Often FailsMost people focus on what they don’t want (e.g., “lose weight”) instead of what they do want (e.g., “I feel fantastic and free at 88kg”)The Science Behind Affirmations"I am" language as a trigger for neuroplasticity and self-beliefSerotonin vs. cortisol: How thoughts create chemicals that shape our emotions and physiologyThe Life Mapping TechniqueA holistic version of goal mapping covering mental, emotional, physical, material, social, and spiritual growthHow to define your “prime purpose” and build your best selfThe Cybernetic LoopHow changes in thoughts, emotions, and physical posture reinforce one another in a loop of transformationHigh Self-Esteem vs. Low Self-EsteemTraits of empowered individuals vs. those trapped in comparison, fear, or perfectionismThis episode aligns with Sandra's bestselling book The Weight's Over: Take Back Control, where she explains how tools like Slimpod and goal mapping help reset your subconscious for lasting weight loss and well-being.Resources mentioned in this episode:Slimpod Programme- Thinkingslimmer.comThe Weight's Over: Take Back Control- theweightsover.comBrian Mayne's world of Goalmapping- https://goalmapping.com/Subscribe, share, and review to help others on their journey to food freedom and self-trust!
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The Hidden Weight of Stress
It’s Stress Awareness Month, and Sandra dives into a silent saboteur in our weight loss journeys: stress. This episode explores how stress impacts your body, weight, and eating habits—and what you can do to regain control.If you’ve ever reached for the biscuit tin not because you were hungry, but overwhelmed, this one’s for you. Discover the science behind stress-related weight gain and Sandra’s practical tools to calm your nervous system and support your journey to lasting well-being.We discuss:The biology behind stress and weight gain (hello, cortisol!)How stress hijacks your cravings and metabolismWhy sleep and stress are deeply connectedReal-world tools to instantly lower stress and reduce emotional eatingWhy emotional eating isn’t a willpower issue—it’s biologyHow mindfulness, movement, and community help reset your system Try the 4-4-6 breath: Inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 6 (just 2 minutes can reset your brain!)Write a worry list to declutter your mind Protect your sleep like your health depends on it—because it does Gentle movement is medicine: walk, stretch, or dance it outFind your calm place (Sandra’s is water—what’s yours?)Connect, don’t isolate—community lowers cortisolChapter spotlight: "How Stress Increases Tummy Fat" from Sandra’s bookApril Slimpod Stress-Less Challenge – happening now in the Slimpod Private GroupResources mentioned in this episode:Book: The Weight’s Over – Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis Website: www.thinkingslimmer.comContact with usEmail us your questions or stories: customerservices@thinkingslimmer.comFollow Sandra on Instagram: [@sandraroycroftdavis]Subscribe and leave a review if this episode resonated with you!
Diets don’t work. Willpower isn’t the problem. And the real transformation? It starts in your mind. Welcome to The Weight’s Over Live Show—the podcast for anyone who’s ready to break free from diet culture, let go of guilt, and finally take back control. Hosted by Sandra Roycroft-Davis, best selling author and creator of Slimpod, each episode brings you raw, unscripted conversations with experts and real people who have transformed their relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves. Because when you change your mind, you change everything.
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