Ep 535: Dr. Deb Butler on Health Solutions With Shawn & Janet Needham

Ep 535: Dr. Deb Butler on Health Solutions With Shawn & Janet Needham

If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight in menopause but still find yourself eating when you’re not physically hungry, this episode is for you. I’ve learned that lasting weight loss isn’t about finding the perfect diet. It’s about rebuilding the connection between your brain and your body. In this conversation with Shawn and Janet […]

Ep 534: The Buddhist Practice "Shempa" That Can Change Menopause Weight Loss

Have you ever felt like food seems to hook you before you even realize what’s happening? If you’ve been struggling with food cravings during menopause, I want to introduce you to a concept that has completely changed the way I think about urges. In this episode, I share the ancient Buddhist concept of shempa, which […]

Ep 534: The Buddhist Practice "Shenpa" That Can Change Menopause Weight Loss

Have you ever felt like food seems to hook you before you even realize what’s happening? If you’ve been struggling with food cravings during menopause, I want to introduce you to a concept that has completely changed the way I think about urges. In this episode, I share the ancient Buddhist concept of shenpa, which […]

Ep 533: A Simple Technique to Handle Food Urges Differently in Menopause

You don’t need more willpower. You need a different relationship with your urges. In this episode, I talk about one simple technique that can help women in menopause handle food cravings differently. Inspired by conversations around GLP-1 medications, I explain what these medications appear to do for food noise and how you can begin creating […]

Ep 532: Dr. Deb Butler on Confidence Through Health Podcast

If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight by controlling food, this conversation may change the way you think about weight loss in menopause. I recently joined Jerry Snider on the Confidence Through Health podcast to discuss why food noise, cravings, emotional eating, and weight gain are often signs that something deeper is asking for […]

Ep 531: The Power of Saying Yes to Yourself in Menopause

You know what you need to do, but something keeps stopping you from taking action.   In this episode, I share two client stories that reminded me how powerful it is when women finally trust their own inner knowing. One client described her experience as moving from black and white to Technicolor. Another came to […]

Ep 530: MVP: The Freedom Of No Longer Feeling Controlled By Food with Michelle

Do you feel like food has too much power over you? In this deeply personal conversation, Michelle shares how years of stress, overwhelm, food rules, and self-criticism kept her stuck in a cycle that felt impossible to break. Like many women in menopause, she believed her struggles were caused by stress and cravings. What she […]

Ep. 529: Dr. Deb Butler on Susan LoPresti's Wellness Mind Body Soul Podcast

If you’ve ever eaten when you weren’t hungry and had no idea why, this episode is where that finally makes sense. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/529  

Ep. 528: Train Your Brain With Or Without Medication — Day 1

 I spent 30 years counting points and never once asked myself if I was hungry — and that’s exactly where this all starts. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/528  

Ep. 527: Losing Weight Is Not the Same as Making Peace with Food

 Losing weight and making peace with food are not the same thing — and no medication can do both. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/527  

Ep. 526: Managing Food Noise in Menopause

You don’t need a prescription to quiet food noise — you need to train your brain. I will show you how. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/526  

Ep. 525: Why Willpower Won't Fix Menopause Weight Gain

 If you have ever talked yourself out of something and still eaten it anyway, this episode is going to change how you think about cravings for good. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/525  

Ep. 524: Menopause Weight Gain Treatment Options with Dr. Lindsay Shirreff

Everything you thought you knew about menopause, weight gain, and hormones — a specialist just changed the conversation. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/524  

Ep. 523: Dr. Deb Butler on the say YES to yourself! Podcast

I went on Wendy Harrop’s podcast and we ended up somewhere I didn’t expect — and I think you need to hear it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/523  

Ep. 522: The Mindset Shift That Finally Made It Stick — Peggy's Story

After years of failed diets, Peggy didn’t change her food — she changed her thinking, and that changed everything. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/522

Ep. 521: The Summer of No — Why Saying No Is the Most Loving Thing You Can Do for Yourself

What you’ve been calling self-sabotage is actually self-indulgence, and learning the difference is how you finally start losing weight for good. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/521  

Ep. 520: Two Years Later: What Happened When Emily Finally Stopped Trying to Lose Weight

I coached Emily through perimenopause weight gain, emotional eating, and 30 pounds lost and two years later, she’s still going strong without a single diet. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/520  

Ep. 519: Why Emotional Health Must Come Before Weight Loss

I’ve said it for 519 episodes — you cannot lose weight and keep it off until you heal your emotional health first, and this episode shows you exactly why. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/519  

Ep. 518: How to Stop Obsessing Over Food: A Buddhist Secret That Actually Works

Struggling with food cravings in menopause? I share a powerful Buddhist concept called equanimity — the “take it or leave it” mindset that quiets food obsession, reduces urges, and helps women finally find peace with eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/518  

Ep. 517: Your Mind Is the Most Powerful Weight Loss Tool You Have

Your mind is your most powerful weight loss tool — and Harvard research proves it. Here’s how to use it in menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/517  

Ep. 515: Dr. Deb Butler on the Sisterhood of Sweat Podcast

I spent decades losing the same 30 pounds until I stopped asking what to eat and started asking why. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/515  

Ep. 514: Dr. Deb Butler on the Delivering Health Podcast

I teach you how to tell the difference between emotional hunger and physical hunger so you can finally lose weight in menopause without another diet. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/514  

Ep. 513: Why You Can't Stop Eating Chips at Restaurants

I’m answering a listener’s question about feeling compelled to overeat chips and bread at restaurants—and showing you how to take back control. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/513  

Ep. 512: Life After Coaching: Proof That the Work Keeps Working

Three years after we worked together, Angela’s transformation is better than I imagined. She’s lost 30+ pounds, changed careers, and rebuilt her life—all from practicing one thought daily: “me first out of love.” Her story proves lasting change is absolutely possible. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/512  

Ep. 511: Feel Your Boredom, Don't Feed It

Stop eating when you’re not hungry by learning to feel boredom instead of filling it with food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/511  

Ep. 510: The Comeback Tool – Your Secret to a Healthy 2026

Discover why the comeback tool matters more than New Year’s resolutions for staying healthy during menopause and beyond. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/510  

Ep. 509: The Tiny Healing Habits That Transform Menopause with Dr. Laurie Marbas

Menopause weight loss feels impossible when you try harder—this episode with Dr. Laurie Marbas shows why tiny habits work better and how small steps can create real change. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/509  

Ep. 508: MVP: How to Handle "Food Pushers" During the Holidays

Learn how to say no to holiday food offers without guilt—and finally honor yourself while still being kind to others. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/508  

Ep. 507: The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving – Faith, Joy, and the Strawberry

I’m sharing my favorite Pema Chodron parable and the truth about why faith and worry are the same thing—but only one gets you what you want. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/507  

Ep. 506: Simple vs. Easy – Your First Step to Food Peace

The ThINNER Peace Process is simple—just a few steps—but that doesn’t make it easy, and that’s exactly why you’re stuck. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/506

Bonus Episode: Holiday Master Class – Your Advanced Course in Food Peace

The holidays are your advanced class in connecting to yourself—come learn how to feel your emotions instead of filling them with food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/holidaybonus

Ep. 505: Intuitive Eating vs. ThINNER Peace – What's the Difference?

 I’m finally clearing up the confusion—Intuitive Eating and my ThINNER Peace Process are NOT the same thing, and here’s why that matters for your food freedom. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/505  

Ep. 504: Why Your Urges Are Like a Screaming Toddler

I’m teaching you why urges are like screaming toddlers and the one technique that extinguishes them without willpower. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/504  

Ep. 503: MVP: Why "I Can Eat Anything" Stops Overeating

The thought “I can’t have it” is what’s driving you to overeat—here’s how to flip that script and find real food freedom. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/503  

Ep. 502: Your Mindfulness Quotient Part 2 – Navigate the Holidays Without the Weight Gain

I’m teaching you how to raise your Mindfulness Quotient this Thanksgiving so you can navigate family dinners without reaching for wine or extra desserts when triggered. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/502  

Ep. 501: The Missing Link to Holiday Weight Loss

Learn about your Mindfulness Quotient (MQ) and discover the three thought patterns that determine whether you gain or lose weight during the holidays. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/501  

Ep. 500: The Greatest Hits That Changed Everything

Today is a special day because I’m recording my 500th episode. Five hundred episodes! I share transformative tools on self-compassion, hunger scales, and mindful eating from 500 episodes helping women find peace with food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/500  

Ep. 499: MVP: Why You Can Lose Weight in Menopause But Can't Keep It Off

In this episode, I coach Annie through her weight loss sabotage pattern. Watch her discover it’s not her metabolism, it’s her mind that stops her every time. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/499  

Ep. 499: MVP: Why You Can Lose Weight in Menopause But Can't Keep It Off

In this episode, I coach Annie through her weight loss sabotage pattern. Watch her discover it’s not her metabolism, it’s her mind that stops her every time. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/499  

Ep. 498: Understanding the C-T-F-A-R Model for Weight Loss in Menopause

In this episode, I’m showing you the self-coaching model that helped me understand it’s not what I’m eating that’s the problem—it’s what I’m thinking when I eat. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/498  

Ep. 497: Stop Trying, Start Doing: Rethinking Movement in Menopause and Weight Loss

In this episode, I’m sharing why the word “try” sabotages your goals and how your mind can literally change your body in menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/497  

Ep 496 MVP: What Diets Actually Taught Me About Food Freedom

In this episode, I will share how 30 years of dieting taught me that you can eat any food and still lose weight when you change your perception and learn to manage your brain. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/496  

Ep 496: MVP: What Diets Actually Taught Me About Food Freedom

In this episode, I will share how 30 years of dieting taught me that you can eat any food and still lose weight when you change your perception and learn to manage your brain. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/496  

Ep 495 Shoshin: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Eating Struggles

In this episode, I explore how approaching your relationship with food through a beginner’s mind can unlock new possibilities for lasting peace with eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/495  

Ep 495: Shoshin: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Eating Struggles

In this episode, I explore how approaching your relationship with food through a beginner’s mind can unlock new possibilities for lasting peace with eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/495  

Ep 494 Breaking the Habit of Eating Before You're Hungry

Learn the difference between true physical hunger and the fear of getting hungry that keeps you eating all day. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/494  

Ep 494: Breaking the Habit of Eating Before You're Hungry

Learn the difference between true physical hunger and the fear of getting hungry that keeps you eating all day. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/494  

Ep 494: Breaking the Habit of Eating Before You're Hungry

Learn the difference between true physical hunger and the fear of getting hungry that keeps you eating all day. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/494  

Ep 493 Two Types of Coming Back Every Woman in Menopause Needs to Master

Sometimes you think you need to come back to your eating when you really need to come back to managing your mind around the scale. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/493  

Ep 493: Two Types of Coming Back Every Woman in Menopause Needs to Master

Sometimes you think you need to come back to your eating when you really need to come back to managing your mind around the scale. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/493  

Ep 492 Quieting Food Noise Naturally in Menopause

I’m sharing why menopause increases food noise and how you can learn to trust yourself around any food without taking shots or medications. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/492  

Ep 492: Quieting Food Noise Naturally in Menopause

I’m sharing why menopause increases food noise and how you can learn to trust yourself around any food without taking shots or medications. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/492  

Ep 491 Menopause and Metabolism: What Your Body Really Needs Now

Learn the physical hunger scale from -2 to +2 that helps menopausal women distinguish true hunger from emotional eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/491  

Ep 491: Menopause and Metabolism: What Your Body Really Needs Now

Learn the physical hunger scale from -2 to +2 that helps menopausal women distinguish true hunger from emotional eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/491  

Ep 490 Why "Temptation" Is Keeping You Stuck with Food in Menopause

In this episode, I challenge why saying you’re not “tempted” by food might actually be keeping you stuck and powerless around eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/490  

Ep 490: Why "Temptation" Is Keeping You Stuck with Food in Menopause

In this episode, I challenge why saying you’re not “tempted” by food might actually be keeping you stuck and powerless around eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/490  

Ep 490: Why "Temptation" Is Keeping You Stuck with Food in Menopause

In this episode, I challenge why saying you’re not “tempted” by food might actually be keeping you stuck and powerless around eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/490  

Ep 489 The Basic Connection You Lost: Eating When Hungry, Stopping When Full

I spent 30 years losing the same 25 pounds over and over until I learned to reconnect with my body’s most basic instinct. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/489  

Ep 489 The Basic Connection You Lost in Menopause: Eating When Hungry, Stopping When Full

I spent 30 years losing the same 25 pounds over and over until I learned to reconnect with my body’s most basic instinct. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/489  

Ep 489: The Basic Connection You Lost in Menopause: Eating When Hungry, Stopping When Full

I spent 30 years losing the same 25 pounds over and over until I learned to reconnect with my body’s most basic instinct. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/489  

Ep 488 A New Way to Party Without the Weight Gain

Learn how I transformed my celebration season from a 6-week food free-for-all into mindful moments of savoring joy without the weight gain. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/488  

Ep 488: A New Way to Party Without the Weight Gain

Learn how I transformed my celebration season from a 6-week food free-for-all into mindful moments of savoring joy without the weight gain. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/488  

Ep 487: Practical Solutions for Common Thinner Peace Challenges

I answer real listener questions about making the Thinner Peace process work when life gets messy and schedules don’t match hunger cues. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/487  

Ep 486: Group Coaching Magic: Emily's Real-Life Results

 Emily shares how she lost 30 pounds by learning to ignore the scale and practice self-compassion during perimenopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/486  

Ep 486: Group Coaching Magic: Emily's Real-Life Results

 Emily shares how she lost 30 pounds by learning to ignore the scale and practice self-compassion during perimenopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/486  

Ep 485: Self Coddling: Why It Hurts You Long Term

Learn the difference between self coddling and self love, and why one hurts you long term while the other builds strength. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/485  

Ep 484: When "I Paid for It" Becomes Your Excuse to Overeat

Your body doesn’t know it’s on vacation, so why do we think special occasions mean we can ignore our hunger and fullness signals? Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/484  

Ep 484: When "I Paid for It" Becomes Your Excuse to Overeat

Your body doesn’t know it’s on vacation, so why do we think special occasions mean we can ignore our hunger and fullness signals? Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/484  

Ep 483: Feel It, Don’t Feed It: Mastering Urges and Emotional Hunger

In this episode, I’ll teach you how to spot the difference between physical and emotional hunger, how urges are created by your thoughts, and how to manage them without turning to food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/483  

Ep 483: Feel It, Don't Feed It: Mastering Urges and Emotional Hunger

In this episode, I’ll teach you how to spot the difference between physical and emotional hunger, how urges are created by your thoughts, and how to manage them without turning to food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/483  

Ep 483: Feel It, Don't Feed It: Mastering Urges and Emotional Hunger

In this episode, I’ll teach you how to spot the difference between physical and emotional hunger, how urges are created by your thoughts, and how to manage them without turning to food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/483  

Ep 482: Why Self-Kindness Is the Key to Food Freedom

In this episode, I’ll show you how to stop the cycle of beating yourself up and start practicing self-kindness—because real change starts with how you talk to yourself. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/482  

Ep 481: The 5,000-Year-Old Secret to Stopping Emotional Eating

I’m showing you how ancient Buddhist wisdom can help you break the cycle of emotional eating with more awareness, compassion, and ease—just like I teach my clients. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/481

Ep 480: Breaking Free: Michelle's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Food Freedom

Michelle carried the mental weight of food obsession for 40 years over just 6-8 pounds, proving that true freedom comes from releasing shame, not chasing numbers on the scale. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/480

Ep 480: Breaking Free: Michelle's Journey to Self-Acceptance and Food Freedom

Michelle carried the mental weight of food obsession for 40 years over just 6-8 pounds, proving that true freedom comes from releasing shame, not chasing numbers on the scale. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/480

Ep 479: The Summer Mind Challenge to Stop Emotional Eating

In this episode I’ll help you figure out the real reason you’re eating when you’re not hungry and how to change it for good. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/479                                

ThINNER Peace Summer Challenge: Rewire Your Mind, Transform Your Body (Free Masterclass for Women 50+)

Join me, for a free summer masterclass where I’ll teach you how to get your mind in shape so your body will follow – because when you master handling urges and eating when hungry, you might just have your best summer ever. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/bonussummerchallenge

Ep 478: Dr. Deb-isms That Helped Change a Life

This listener never paid me a dime but lost 100 pounds just from this podcast. I’m reading her sticky notes, and you just might want your own. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/478  

Ep 477: The Thinner Peace Challenge: Reconnect with Your Body and End Emotional Eating This Summer

Create a better mind-body connection this summer instead of just focusing on weight loss. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/477

Ep 476: Why Treats on the Counter Don’t Scare Brenda Anymore

Brenda found peace with food and joy in her body—now she’s sharing how she did it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/476

Ep 476: Why Treats on the Counter Don't Scare Brenda Anymore

Brenda found peace with food and joy in her body—now she’s sharing how she did it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/476

Ep 476: Why Treats on the Counter Don't Scare Brenda Anymore

Brenda found peace with food and joy in her body—now she’s sharing how she did it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/476

Ep 475: Why Joy Eating Helps You Release Weight in Menopause

Learn how to practice joy eating and make peace with food in this episode of Thinner Peace and Menopause and Beyond. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/475

BONUS EPISODE – PEACE WITH FOOD

If you’re in menopause and tired of obsessing over food, it’s time to make peace with it—for good. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/bonuspeacewithfood  

Ep 474: What to Do When Weight Loss Slows Down During Menopause

Learn how your own thoughts might be tricking you into staying stuck with your weight. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/474  

Ep 473: Why Menopause Weight Feels Different (And What to Do About It)

In this episode, I talk about how menopause can disconnect you from your body and how to start listening again—especially when it comes to hunger, rest, and emotions. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/473  

Ep 472: Menopause, Eating, and the Emotional Hole You’re Trying to Fill

In this episode, learn about my free Menopause Mindful Eating Makeover class to reconnect with your body and manage emotional hunger. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/472  

Ep 472: Menopause, Eating, and the Emotional Hole You're Trying to Fill

In this episode, learn about my free Menopause Mindful Eating Makeover class to reconnect with your body and manage emotional hunger. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/472  

Ep 472: Menopause, Eating, and the Emotional Hole You're Trying to Fill

In this episode, learn about my free Menopause Mindful Eating Makeover class to reconnect with your body and manage emotional hunger. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/472  

Ep 471: You Can’t Eat Your Way to Thin Thinking in Menopause

Today, I will share how understanding the thoughts behind emotional eating can lead to releasing weight and transforming your mindset. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/471

Ep 471: You Can't Eat Your Way to Thin Thinking in Menopause

Today, I will share how understanding the thoughts behind emotional eating can lead to releasing weight and transforming your mindset. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/471

Ep 471: You Can't Eat Your Way to Thin Thinking in Menopause

Today, I will share how understanding the thoughts behind emotional eating can lead to releasing weight and transforming your mindset. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/471

Ep 470: Peace at 70: What Changes, What Doesn’t in Menopause in Weight Loss

I share how self-advocacy, unconditional self-love, and self-acceptance are key to losing weight for good, especially during menopause.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/470

Ep 470: Peace at 70: What Changes, What Doesn't in Menopause in Weight Loss

I share how self-advocacy, unconditional self-love, and self-acceptance are key to losing weight for good, especially during menopause.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/470

Ep 470: Peace at 70: What Changes, What Doesn't in Menopause in Weight Loss

I share how self-advocacy, unconditional self-love, and self-acceptance are key to losing weight for good, especially during menopause.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/470

Ep 469: MVP: Breaking Free: How Deborah Overcame 40 Years of Food Obsession & Emotional Eating in Menopause

Struggling with emotional eating and body image in menopause? Discover how Deborah overcame 40 years of food obsession and finally found freedom. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/469

Ep 469: MVP: Breaking Free: How Deborah Overcame 40 Years of Food Obsession & Emotional Eating in Menopause

Struggling with emotional eating and body image in menopause? Discover how Deborah overcame 40 years of food obsession and finally found freedom. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/469

Ep 468: Why Eating When You’re Not Hungry Keeps You Stuck in Menopause

A listener shares her journey from dieting and food fears to mindful eating and food freedom. Listen now! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/468

Ep 468: Why Eating When You're Not Hungry Keeps You Stuck in Menopause

A listener shares her journey from dieting and food fears to mindful eating and food freedom. Listen now! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/468

Ep 468: Why Eating When You're Not Hungry Keeps You Stuck in Menopause

A listener shares her journey from dieting and food fears to mindful eating and food freedom. Listen now! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/468

Ep 467: How to Gladden Your Mind and Feel Better Every Day

Your brain is wired for negativity, but you can train it to focus on joy. In this episode, I’ll show you how to “gladden your mind” and transform your mindset. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/467

Ep 466: The Urge Jar Trick: A Simple Way to Manage Cravings

Why do you eat when you’re not hungry? It’s not about willpower—it’s about understanding your urges! In this episode, I’ll teach you how to recognize emotional hunger and break free from overeating. Watch now to learn a simple but powerful trick! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/466

Ep 465: What to Do When You Worry About "Falling Off Track"

Your old habits aren’t coming back—because you have new ways now. In this episode, I help you shift your mindset so you can stop scaring yourself and start trusting yourself. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/465

Ep 465: What to Do When You Worry About "Falling Off Track"

Your old habits aren’t coming back—because you have new ways now. In this episode, I help you shift your mindset so you can stop scaring yourself and start trusting yourself. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/465

Ep 464: The Power of Mindfulness in Weight Loss After 50

Stop dieting and start trusting your body. In this episode, I will share the three keys to lasting weight loss. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/464

Ep 463: Beginner’s Mind: The Secret to Changing Your Relationship with Food

Your body already knows how much food it needs. In this episode, I will show you how to listen. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/463

Ep 463: Beginner's Mind: The Secret to Changing Your Relationship with Food

Your body already knows how much food it needs. In this episode, I will show you how to listen. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/463

Ep 463: Beginner's Mind: The Secret to Changing Your Relationship with Food

Your body already knows how much food it needs. In this episode, I will show you how to listen. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/463

Ep 462: It’s The Brain, Not the Brownie

Struggling with weight in menopause? It’s not your metabolism—it’s emotional hunger, and I’ll show you how to fix it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/462

Ep 462: It's The Brain, Not the Brownie

Struggling with weight in menopause? It’s not your metabolism—it’s emotional hunger, and I’ll show you how to fix it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/462

Ep 462: It's The Brain, Not the Brownie

Struggling with weight in menopause? It’s not your metabolism—it’s emotional hunger, and I’ll show you how to fix it. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/462

Ep 461: Jumpstart Your Weight Loss in Menopause

Jumpstart your weight loss in menopause by understanding real hunger and making peace with food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/461

Ep 460: How Coaching Changed Jill’s Relationship with Food

Jill shares how coaching helped her lose weight, stop emotional eating, and transform her life beyond food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/460

Ep 460: How Coaching Changed Jill's Relationship with Food

Jill shares how coaching helped her lose weight, stop emotional eating, and transform her life beyond food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/460

Ep 460: How Coaching Changed Jill's Relationship with Food

Jill shares how coaching helped her lose weight, stop emotional eating, and transform her life beyond food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/460

Ep 459: Thinner Peace for the Professional Woman

Explore how professional women can use mindfulness to connect with their bodies and manage their weight with compassion. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/459

Ep 458: Boredom is NOT a food group

Learn how to handle boredom without turning to food in this episode! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/458

Ep 457: What If it Isn’t Hard?

Discover how to navigate weight loss during menopause with mindset shifts and simple habits. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/457

Ep 457: What If it Isn't Hard?

Discover how to navigate weight loss during menopause with mindset shifts and simple habits. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/457

Ep 457: What If it Isn't Hard?

Discover how to navigate weight loss during menopause with mindset shifts and simple habits. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/457

Ep 456: Holiday Food Boundaries: Tips for Success

Learn strategies to navigate social eating and food pushers during the holidays while staying true to your goals. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/456

Ep 455: A Holiday Reminder for You and Me

In this special holiday episode, I’m sharing my favorite lessons on choosing joy over worry. Let’s explore mindfulness, faith, and how to create peace this season and beyond. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/455

Ep 454: Three Simple Steps to Enjoy the Holidays

Learn three simple steps to enjoy the holidays stress-free with mindful eating, saying no, and savoring joy. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/454

Ep 453: The Missing Link to Lasting Peace with Food

Join me in my Thinner Peace and Menopause program to break free from dieting and find lasting peace with food and your body.  www.drdebbutler.com/joy Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/453  

Ep 452: Handle Holiday Food Temptations with Confidence

Learn how to navigate holiday eating with mindfulness and enjoy the season without overindulging. Join me for a transformative two-day masterclass next week! For just $37, you’ll gain tools to manage holiday eating and create a mindful connection with your body. Reserve your spot at www.drdebbutler.com/secret.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/452

Ep 451: Eating Between the Twos: A Holiday Strategy

Learn mindful eating strategies to manage emotional hunger and achieve peace with food this holiday season. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/451

Ep 450: Practical Tools to End Emotional Eating

Do you feel like menopause has made weight loss harder than ever? I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be this way. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/450

Ep.449 The Three Pillars of Self-Compassion You Can Start Today

Discover how self-compassion can change your life. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/449

Ep 448: Joy Eating in Menopause

Discover how to transform your relationship with food in menopause! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/448

BONUS EPISODE: 30 Days to Food Freedom: Finding Peace in Menopause

Overcome food fears and enjoy the holiday season with joy! Sign up now at drdebbutler.com/joy. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/30DaystoFoodFreedom

Episode 447: A Bite of Peace: Stop Food from Dictating Your Life in Menopause

Discover how to enjoy food without guilt in menopause. Join Dr. Deb Butler as she shares Michelle’s journey to joy eating and learn about the new program, “How to Make Peace with Food.” Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/447  

Episode 446: Buddhist Wisdom for Weight Loss in Menopause

 Discover how ancient Buddhist teachings can transform your relationship with food during menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/446

Episode 445: The Hidden Benefits of Diets: Eating for Joy and Freedom

Discover how past dieting experiences can lead to a healthier relationship with food.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/445

Ep 444: The End of 40 Years of Food Struggles: Michelle's Inspiring Transformation in Menopause

Discover Michelle’s inspiring journey from 40 years of food struggles to a liberated mindset. Tune in for tips on breaking free from guilt and shame. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/444

Ep 444: The End of 40 Years of Food Struggles: Michelle's Inspiring Transformation in Menopause

Discover Michelle’s inspiring journey from 40 years of food struggles to a liberated mindset. Tune in for tips on breaking free from guilt and shame. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/444

Ep 443: Empowering Midlife Women: Weight Loss Without Dieting

Join Dr. Deb Butler on the Self Care Goddess podcast with Rita Savoia to explore weight loss without dieting. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/443

Ep 442: Take Control: Using Massive Action for Lasting Weight Loss

Discover how taking massive action can help you overcome negative thoughts and reach your goals. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/442

Ep 441: Resetting Your Eating Habits and Listening to Your Body

Discover how to rethink, reset, and reinvent your eating habits, especially during menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/441

Ep 440: Why Menopause Changes Everything About Eating and Weight

Discover how menopause changes everything about eating and weight. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/440

Ep 439: Life After Working with Dr. Deb: Cynthia’s Road to Lasting Change

Discover Cynthia’s amazing journey from battling emotional eating to finding lasting peace with food.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/439

Ep 439: Life After Working with Dr. Deb: Cynthia's Road to Lasting Change

Discover Cynthia’s amazing journey from battling emotional eating to finding lasting peace with food.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/439

Ep 439: Life After Working with Dr. Deb: Cynthia's Road to Lasting Change

Discover Cynthia’s amazing journey from battling emotional eating to finding lasting peace with food.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/439

Ep 438: How To Truly Enjoy Your Celebrations Without Falling Into The Trap Of Overeating

In this episode I will share tips on enjoying food and special moments while staying connected to yourself, so you can celebrate fully without regret. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/438

Ep 437: How To Beat Emotional Eating and Find Peace with Food

Discover how Cynthia overcame emotional eating and found peace with food. Tune in to our latest episode to hear her inspiring story and learn how you can achieve emotional freedom too! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/437

Ep 436: What You Might Not Know About Menopause As A “Second Adolescence”

Discover how menopause can be like a “second adolescence” and I will share insights on mindful eating, connecting with your emotions, and making lasting changes for a balanced life. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/436  

Ep 436: What You Might Not Know About Menopause As A "Second Adolescence"

Discover how menopause can be like a “second adolescence” and I will share insights on mindful eating, connecting with your emotions, and making lasting changes for a balanced life. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/436  

Ep 436: What You Might Not Know About Menopause As A "Second Adolescence"

Discover how menopause can be like a “second adolescence” and I will share insights on mindful eating, connecting with your emotions, and making lasting changes for a balanced life. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/436  

Ep 435: Mindful Eating on the Go

In this episode, I will reveal how my daughter-in-law Jessica maintains her healthy eating habits even while traveling.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/435  

Ep 434: Handling Social Events with Self-Compassion in Weight Loss During Menopause

 Learn how to handle social events with food and alcohol during menopause with self-compassion.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/434

Ep 433: 3 Simple Steps to Help With Weight Loss During Menopause

Discover 3 simple steps to aid weight loss during menopause. Learn to manage hunger, understand emotional eating, and find kindness in your journey. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/433

Ep 432: Emotional Eating Tips for Menopausal Women

Discover mindful eating strategies for menopausal women. Learn to recognize hunger and fullness signals, challenge negative thoughts about weight loss, and enjoy celebrations without guilt. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/432

Ep 431: Revealing the Key to Eating When Hungry and Stopping When Full

Learn my “physical hunger scale” to distinguish emotional from physical hunger and achieve lasting weight loss during menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/431

Ep 430: MVP: Pam’s Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Pam’s story reveals how emotional eating can sabotage weight loss goals. Learn how she stopped using food for comfort and achieved lasting success. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/430

Ep 430: MVP: Pam's Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Pam’s story reveals how emotional eating can sabotage weight loss goals. Learn how she stopped using food for comfort and achieved lasting success. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/430

Ep 430: MVP: Pam's Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Pam’s story reveals how emotional eating can sabotage weight loss goals. Learn how she stopped using food for comfort and achieved lasting success. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/430

Ep 429: I Finally Found My Thinner Peace: How You Can Too

Discover the Thinner Peace Process, a revolutionary approach to mindful eating and lasting body transformation. https://drdebbutler.com/429

Ep 428 Perimenopause Weight Gain? I Have Answers!

This episode tackles perimenopause and weight management with practical tips for mindful eating, creating a manageable food schedule, and listening to your body’s hunger cues.  https://drdebbutler.com/428

Ep 427 How to Enjoy Your Favorite Foods Without Guilt This Summer

Learn to listen to your body’s hunger cues and savor treats joyfully. Create a lasting, peaceful relationship with food for a confident you! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/427

Ep 426 3 Steps to Stop Emotional Eating and Love Your Body This Summer

Ditch the diet and love your body this summer! My Thinner Peace Challenge helps you reconnect with your body for lasting wellness, not just weight loss. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/426

Ep 425 How to Stop Emotional Eating and Make Peace with Food During Menopause

Tired of diet cycles? Discover a new approach to weight loss during menopause! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/425

Ep 424 Free Roadmap For Success Weight Loss In Menopause

Ditch the diet & find “ThINNER Peace” with me and my free roadmap to the top 5 episodes of my “ThINNER Peace in Menopause” podcast. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/424  

Ep 423 My Powerful Comeback Tool To Conquer Menopause Weight Gain

The “Comeback Tool” helps you overcome setbacks and make this your last weight loss journey. Learn how to manage cravings, ditch the scale drama, and develop a healthy relationship with food and your body. Listen now! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/423

Ep 422 How Self-Talk Can Help You Lose Weight in Menopause

Discover how to silence negative self-talk and transform your relationship with food and your body. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/422

Ep 421 Revealing The Secret To Weight Loss & Happiness In Menopause

Struggling with brain fog and weight gain in menopause? I will explore new research showing how to lose weight, feel happier, and emerge stronger than ever! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/421

Ep 421 Revealing The Secret To Weight Loss & Happiness In Menopause

Struggling with brain fog and weight gain in menopause? I will explore new research showing how to lose weight, feel happier, and emerge stronger than ever! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/421

Ep 420 Urge Measurement Scale: A Simple Trick For Menopausal Weight Loss

Struggling with weight gain in menopause? Discover the Urge Measurement Scale – a powerful tool to understand and manage cravings, ditch emotional eating, and finally lose weight for good. Listen now! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/420

Ep 419 Equanimity To Stop The Scale Struggle

In this episode, I will still talk about the concept of equanimity, an over two thousand year old Buddhist practice that can help you develop a calmer relationship with the scale and food – especially when the numbers aren’t what you want to see. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/419

Ep 418 Revealing Brenda's Secret In Breaking Free From Food Obsession

In this episode, you’ll hear her inspiring story of how she learned to finally break free from food obsession, silence her inner critic, and build unshakeable confidence. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/418

Ep 418 Revealing Brenda's Secret In Breaking Free From Food Obsession

In this episode, you’ll hear her inspiring story of how she learned to finally break free from food obsession, silence her inner critic, and build unshakeable confidence. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/418

Ep 417 Achieve Food Freedom With A Breakthrough Practice Of Equanimity

In this episode, I will talk about the concept of equanimity and how this over two thousand year old Buddhist practice can help you achieve food freedom. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/417

Ep 416 Happiness From Within In Menopause & Beyond

In this episode, I’m excited to share three simple ways on how you can ‘gladden your mind’ and find happiness from Tara Brach. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/416

Ep 416 Happiness From Within In Menopause & Beyond

In this episode, I’m excited to share three simple ways on how you can ‘gladden your mind’ and find happiness from Tara Brach. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/416

Ep 415 Overcome Cravings & Emotional Eating with Buddhist Techniques

Overcome cravings & emotional eating with Pema Chödrön’s “Shempa” & Kristen Neff’s self-compassion – learn mindful eating tips & Buddhist wisdom to manage urges!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/415

Ep 415 Overcome Cravings & Emotional Eating with Buddhist Techniques

Overcome cravings & emotional eating with Pema Chödrön’s “Shempa” & Kristen Neff’s self-compassion – learn mindful eating tips & Buddhist wisdom to manage urges!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/415

Ep 414 Fueling Self-Love in Menopause: Unveiling The Four Types of Eating

In this episode, I’m talking about the Thinner Peace process and the four types of eating: fuel, joy, fog, and storm. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/414

Ep 413 Weight Loss Wins That Have Nothing To Do with The Scale

In this episode, we’ll talk about something we’ve all felt – that frustration when the scale doesn’t budge the way we want it to. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/413

Ep 412 Three Steps to Help Yourself Awaken Joy

I want to share James’ teachings on the many ways you can create joy and sustain it through three simple steps. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/412

FREE Masterclass: 3 Myths About Losing Weight During Menopause

In this episode, I talk about 3 myths about losing weight during menopause and clear up some misunderstandings.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/myths

Ep 411 Coaching After Learning to Lose Weight in Menopause

In this episode, I’m talking about the need for coaching even after you’ve learned about losing weight. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/411

Ep 410 Menopause Success Stories From My Recent Coaching Group

Now, let’s talk about an exciting part – success stories from my recent coaching group. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/410

Ep 409 Connect with Your Appetite

I’ll explain what hunger and fullness mean, and by the end of this, you’ll have a game plan for a whole new approach to eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/409

Ep 408 Train Your Brain Mini Course Announcement

I’m cooking up a mini-course called “Train Your Brain.” Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/408

Ep 407: Self Compassion Exercise in Menopause and Beyond

In this episode, let’s talk about something we all need – self-compassion. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/407

Ep 406 Life After Working with Dr. Deb: Angela Rediscovering Herself

Experience Angela’s inspiring transformation with Dr. Deb – navigating menopause, finding joy in mindful eating, and embracing positive change! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/406

Ep 405 Don’t Suffer Losing Weight in Menopause

In this episode, we’re talking about the power of thoughts, mindset makeovers, and a couple of inspiring stories from the women in my group program. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/405

Ep 405 Don't Suffer Losing Weight in Menopause

In this episode, we’re talking about the power of thoughts, mindset makeovers, and a couple of inspiring stories from the women in my group program. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/405

Ep 405 Don't Suffer Losing Weight in Menopause

In this episode, we’re talking about the power of thoughts, mindset makeovers, and a couple of inspiring stories from the women in my group program. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/405

EP 404 New Thoughts for the New Year

Unlock positivity for the new year with empowering thoughts like “I have everything I need” and “It’s already done”—tune in for a free boost! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/404

The Best of 400

Welcome to our special “Best of 400” episode of ThINNER PEace! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/bestof400

Ep 402 The Holidays Are Here and This Is the Final Exam

Join me in embracing self-compassion, curiosity, and control over your thoughts – because acing the holiday test is about learning, being curious, and treating yourself with kindness. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/402

Ep 401 Using your Mindfulness Quotient For Food Pushers

Unlock the power of your MQ (Mindfulness Quotient) for dealing with ‘food pushers’ during the festive season. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/401

Ep 400 Holiday Mindful Eating

We’re diving into the holiday season, and I’ve got some thoughts to share. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/400

Ep 399 Thinner Peace Mindset Tips For The Holidays

Transform your holiday season with the concept of “Joy Eats” – relish your favorite treats without the guilt trip! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/399

Ep 398 Celebrate And Lose Weight Especially In Menopause

Join me on December 6th for ‘Celebrate And Lose Weight: Especially In Menopause’—a guilt-free guide to mindful holiday eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/398

Ep 397 How to Improve Your Mindfulness Quotient During the Holidays

In this episode, I will talk to you about becoming more mindful of your actions this holiday season. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/397

Ep 396 The Complex Web of Emotional Eating

In this episode, Anne Marie, was a podcast listener and in this coaching session we’ll talk about a letter she wrote. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/396

Ep 395 MVP: How to Develop Your MQ (Mindfulness Quotient)

In this episode, I throw in a question to help you reflect on how you will approach the holidays with mindfulness. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/395

Ep 394 Mastering the Mind for Weight Loss

In this episode, I’m excited to share a coaching session with a participant, who’s got lots of experience with weight loss. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/394

Ep 393 Transforming Food Obsession and Body Image: Deborah's Inspiring Journey

In this episode, Deborah struggled with food and body image for 40 years. After doing an individual coaching program with me she started food journaling and committed to change. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/393

Ep 393 Transforming Food Obsession and Body Image: Deborah's Inspiring Journey

In this episode, Deborah struggled with food and body image for 40 years. After doing an individual coaching program with me she started food journaling and committed to change. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/393

Ep 392 Menopause Weight Loss Coaching

In this episode, I am sharing a coaching session with Ans, who has lost weight but now feels stuck in her progress. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/392

FREE Live Masterclass: 3 Steps To Permanently Lose Weight In Menopause

In this episode, I’m sharing my free masterclass video from the “Three Steps to Permanent Weight Loss” course that I conducted on Wednesday. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/freelivemasterclass

Ep 391 The Comeback Tool and Moving Forward

Today, I’m sharing a client’s story, shedding light on emotional eating. The client faced a powerful urge to eat late at night despite not being hungry. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/391

BONUS: Intro to Masterclass

Join us for a free masterclass on October 4th at 11:30 a.m. Central Time. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/bonusintrotomasterclass

Ep 390 Embrace Your Current Weight and Connect with Your Body

In this episode, I want to talk about a universal issue many women face: the desire to lose weight, especially during menopause. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/390

Ep 389 Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Listen in to hear Renee’s story of learning to fully experience life with a new mind and a new body. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/389

Ep 389 Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Listen in to hear Renee’s story of learning to fully experience life with a new mind and a new body. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/389

Ep 388 Finding Peace with Food and Your Body

Today, let’s tackle a common challenge for women in menopause – weight management. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/388

Ep 387 Gladden Your Mind In Menopause

Today, I’m excited to share three simple ways to ‘gladden your mind’ from Tara Brach and find happiness within yourself.  Get the full information here: https://drdebbutler.com/387

Ep 386 The Next Chapter: Your Jumpstart to Weight Loss Success

I’m thrilled to unveil a new mini course: “Jumpstart Your Weight Loss” as a pivotal part of my Thinner Peace process; after all, who doesn’t love a jump start? Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/386

Ep 385 Thinner Peace in Menopause, Weight Loss and Beyond

 In Menopause, physical hunger decreases due to metabolism decreasing. Learn to trust yourself around food again. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/385

Ep 384: The Art of Savoring Life's Celebrations

Join me as I share this secret approach and invite you to embrace a new way of treasuring life’s special moments. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/384

Ep 384: The Art of Savoring Life's Celebrations

Join me as I share this secret approach and invite you to embrace a new way of treasuring life’s special moments. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/384

Ep 383: Embracing Joyful Eating Without Losing Control

I’ll talk about the hunger scale, guiding you to eat between negative two and plus two for optimal satisfaction. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/383

Ep 382: Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Tips for Transformation

Betterment is a lifelong process and this is what the  Thinner Peace program is about and that is what I want for you. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/382

Ep 381: The Thinner Peace Process

The butterfly’s metamorphosis is what inspired my tried and true process that I use with all my clients, the Thinner Peace Process. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/381

Ep 380: Finding Peace with Food During Vacations

Today, I want to discuss mindset and how it affects our approach to vacations and celebrations. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/380

Ep 379: The Magic of Food Journaling

I believe that by incorporating a powerful tool into your weight loss journey, you can unlock new possibilities and achieve the results you desire. That tool is food journaling. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/379

Ep 378: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Listen in to hear Renee’s story of learning to fully experience life with a new mind and body.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/378

Ep 378: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Listen in to hear Renee’s story of learning to fully experience life with a new mind and body.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/378

Ep 377: Taking Control of Urges

During a food craving, pause and ask, “What do I feel in my body?” By embracing and describing these sensations, we grow more self-aware. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/377

Ep 376: How to make YOU, your summer project!

Join me as I share a heartfelt story from a weekend getaway, highlighting the importance of prioritizing self-care and finding inspiration in unexpected places. I urge you to embark on your own self-care adventure this summer. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/376

Ep 375: Three Steps to Help Yourself Awaken Joy

Discover the power of awakening joy within yourself and transforming your self-care with three simple steps.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/375

Ep 374: Say “Yes” to the Knowing Inside of You

Discover the transformative power of coaching and the importance of listening to your body – join me as we challenge societal expectations, unlock your true desires, and make positive changes for a healthier, happier you. Tune in and say “yes” to yourself! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/374

Ep 374: Say "Yes" to the Knowing Inside of You

Discover the transformative power of coaching and the importance of listening to your body – join me as we challenge societal expectations, unlock your true desires, and make positive changes for a healthier, happier you. Tune in and say “yes” to yourself! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/374

Ep 374: Say "Yes" to the Knowing Inside of You

Discover the transformative power of coaching and the importance of listening to your body – join me as we challenge societal expectations, unlock your true desires, and make positive changes for a healthier, happier you. Tune in and say “yes” to yourself! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/374

Ep 373: Make This the Summer of “No”

Join me in this empowering episode where I delve into the epidemic of self-loathing among women, rooted in how we perceive ourselves and our bodies.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/373

Ep 373: Make This the Summer of "No"

Join me in this empowering episode where I delve into the epidemic of self-loathing among women, rooted in how we perceive ourselves and our bodies.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/373

Ep 373: Make This the Summer of "No"

Join me in this empowering episode where I delve into the epidemic of self-loathing among women, rooted in how we perceive ourselves and our bodies.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/373

Ep 372: Overcoming Weight Loss Struggles: Diana's Inspiring Journey

Join us in this episode as we delve into Diana’s incredible story of triumph over weight loss struggles.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/372

Ep 372: Overcoming Weight Loss Struggles: Diana's Inspiring Journey

Join us in this episode as we delve into Diana’s incredible story of triumph over weight loss struggles.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/372

Ep 371: Mother Yourself and Shed the Weight with Thinner Peace

Celebrate Mother’s Day with self-care and nourishment. Join us on this empowering episode as we explore the transformative power of self-mothering and finding harmony with food. It’s not just about weight loss, but understanding yourself and prioritizing your needs. Stay tuned as the doors to our group program open soon. Click the link below for […]

Ep 370: Retraining the Brain to Lose Weight in Menopause

Join me in this transformative mini-course designed for those struggling to implement weight loss tools. Together, we’ll align your brain with your goals and conquer the challenges of menopause.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/370

Ep 369: Train Your Brain to Lose Weight in Menopause: Stop Nighttime Eating

Learn how to lose weight during menopause with a five-day mini-course, “Train Your Brain to Lose Weight in Menopause. Develop healthy eating habits with brain-body connection exercises and daily live coaching sessions at 11:00 AM for just $37. Join now and make a commitment to yourself today!   Get the full show notes and information […]

Ep 368: Lose Weight in Menopause with Our Brain-Training Program

Losing weight is a challenge, especially for women during menopause when their metabolism slows down. Join our 5-day coaching program and discover how to train your brain to achieve weight loss goals. Learn about mindfulness and self-kindness to improve overall well-being. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/368

Ep 367: Train Your Brain To Lose Weight In Menopause

Learn how taking a pause during menopause can be vital for managing its effects. In this episode, gain insights from Pema Chodron and Heather Bartos on viewing menopause as an opportunity for growth and transformation. Also, join my 5-day coaching program “Train Your Brain” to learn how to reshape your brain and lose weight positively […]

Ep 366: How Kindness to Yourself Can Transform Your Relationship with Food

Discover the benefits of incorporating spirituality into your food habits to achieve a mind-body-spiritual connection. Learn how to use spiritual commitments to create a healthy relationship with food and be kind to yourself throughout the process. Start your journey towards personal growth and holistic nutrition today. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/366

Ep 365: Why You Should Prioritize Emotional Health to Lose Weight

Join us as we discuss the misconceptions around physical vs. emotional health and how to achieve balance for optimal health. Tune in now and start your journey towards a healthier, happier you!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/365

Ep 364: Life After Dr. Deb Series: The Beautiful Life of Kerry – 2 Years After Working With Me

Join us in this episode as Kerry shares her inspiring journey of overcoming struggles with food and weight during menopause. Discover the benefits of self-improvement work and learn how to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body. Tune in now and start your own journey toward a better, healthier you.   Get the […]

Ep 363: Are You Overeating And Underfeeling In Menopause?

Menopause can lead to stronger emotions, which can trigger overeating as a coping mechanism. However, this type of emotional eating is not sustainable, and it can lead to weight gain and other health problems.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/363

Ep 362: Eating for Hunger vs. Emotional Reasons

As a woman in our culture, I learned that having a thin body meant trusting something outside of ourselves. But our bodies are wired to eat when hungry and stop when full. A listener asked me how to eat only when hungry when family meals and work schedules have set eating times.   Get the […]

Ep 361: How Sarah Learned to Feel Her Emotions Instead of Eating Them

Losing weight can be a challenging task for many people. However, it is not just about shedding those extra pounds, but also developing a healthy relationship with food and your body.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/361

Ep. 360: Overcoming Weight Loss Struggles: Diana's Inspiring Journey

Sometimes people lose their way when trying to make progress, but the key is to be able to bring yourself back when you lose your focus. As a coach, I am proud to have played a part in Diana’s success and am eager to share her inspiring story with all of you. Get the full […]

Ep. 360: Overcoming Weight Loss Struggles: Diana's Inspiring Journey

Sometimes people lose their way when trying to make progress, but the key is to be able to bring yourself back when you lose your focus. As a coach, I am proud to have played a part in Diana’s success and am eager to share her inspiring story with all of you. Get the full […]

Ep 359: Regain Control of Your Eating Habits with the Comeback Tool

Do you ever feel like you’ve lost your way on your weight loss journey? Maybe you’ve tried everything and still can’t make progress, or life has thrown unexpected challenges your way. There’s a simple tool that can help you bounce back and achieve your goals.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/359

Ep 358: Unpacking Physical and Emotional Hunger and How to Manage It

The Physical and Emotional hunger scale is the tool that most of you want to understand, yet understand the least.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/358

Ep 357: Find Your Motivation: Reward vs. Punishment

If you have tried to lose weight, you may have used food at one point as a reward or punishment- usually as the former since we don’t feel as good about ourselves and think we should deprive ourselves. But the way our brains work is that it naturally gravitates toward pleasure. Therefore, being self-deprecating will […]

Ep. 356: Joan’s Compelling Reason: Free From The Food Obsession

Written or spoken words have so much power; it’s either inspiring or unmotivating. Fortunately, this podcast inspires and helps every woman in menopause end their struggle with weight. Every client that shares their experience encourages many women to beat weight gain in menopause!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/356

Ep. 356: Joan's Compelling Reason: Free From The Food Obsession

Written or spoken words have so much power; it’s either inspiring or unmotivating. Fortunately, this podcast inspires and helps every woman in menopause end their struggle with weight. Every client that shares their experience encourages many women to beat weight gain in menopause!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/356

Ep. 356: Joan's Compelling Reason: Free From The Food Obsession

Written or spoken words have so much power; it’s either inspiring or unmotivating. Fortunately, this podcast inspires and helps every woman in menopause end their struggle with weight. Every client that shares their experience encourages many women to beat weight gain in menopause!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/356

Ep. 355: There Is No Rush – The Scale

We are always in a rush; we want to be in a place we want as fast as we can. Like losing weight, we’re so upset to look at the scale if it doesn’t show the numbers we want. We wish that it should be faster,  but that has to change.   Get the full […]

Ep 353 The Power Of Your Appetite

Many people dealing with weight and relationships with food wish they didn’t have an appetite. Because when they don’t have an appetite, they lose weight. But, every time you visit a physician, one of their questions is, “How was your appetite?”. So, the question is, does having an appetite good or bad?   Get the […]

Ep. 353: New Thoughts for the New Year

How do you want to use the holidays to grow? You can’t beat yourself up and think you will grow from that. In fact, you will shrivel and shrink.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/353

Ep. 352: Kim's Journey To True Self-Love And Weight Loss

What are you afraid of? Are you afraid to be hungry? Or are you just afraid to face what you truly feel? Feel the feelings! The problem is not your weight, it is the burden you are weighing. Probably, the answer is not diet.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/352

Ep. 352: Kim's Journey To True Self-Love And Weight Loss

What are you afraid of? Are you afraid to be hungry? Or are you just afraid to face what you truly feel? Feel the feelings! The problem is not your weight, it is the burden you are weighing. Probably, the answer is not diet.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/352

Ep. 351: Faith and Joy — The Gifts that Keep Giving

How can you create more faith and more joy in your life? In this episode I give you some gifts to think about. Please take what you want from the following blogs on joy and faith. Use them to direct your mind when it needs to be redirected. Get the full show notes and information […]

Ep. 351: Faith and Joy — The Gifts that Keep Giving

How can you create more faith and more joy in your life? In this episode I give you some gifts to think about. Please take what you want from the following blogs on joy and faith. Use them to direct your mind when it needs to be redirected. Get the full show notes and information […]

Ep. 350: How To Create More Self Compassion

How much care, kindness, and compassion did you give yourself this year? Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/350

Ep. 349: Renee’s Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Many of us tried to fix the negative emotion we felt with food, and my client, Renee used to be no different. In this episode, Renee shares her journey of shedding that emotional burden by finding her own self-acceptance.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/349

Ep. 349: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Many of us tried to fix the negative emotion we felt with food, and my client, Renee used to be no different. In this episode, Renee shares her journey of shedding that emotional burden by finding her own self-acceptance.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/349

Ep. 349: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Many of us tried to fix the negative emotion we felt with food, and my client, Renee used to be no different. In this episode, Renee shares her journey of shedding that emotional burden by finding her own self-acceptance.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/349

Ep. 348: The One Thing You Need During The Holidays: Part 2 of the ThINNER Peace Holiday Challenge

Instead of asking why the world is so harsh on you, think first, “Are you being kind to yourself?” Being kind to others is important, but it is especially important to be kind to yourself.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/348

Ep. 347: ThINNER Peace Holiday Challenge: Part One

I know some of you use the holiday season to treat yourselves by eating whatever you want. But there’s a limit on how much you should indulge. Give yourself a gift by starting to know what your body needs now. Enjoy the show!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/347

Ep. 346: Prioritize Your Wellbeing by Letting Go of People-Pleasing

What you eat and why you eat reflects a lot about what you think about yourself, and this is a point that I cannot help but emphasize over and over because you’ll never be able to overcome those urges unless you tackle the root cause of it. Food journaling can help you raise the curtain […]

Ep. 345: Lose Weight by Connecting to Your Physical and Emotional Hunger Scale

In this episode, I discuss the effect of negative emotions on our physical hunger, and the tweaks I’ve made that will make it easier for you to practice paying attention to your hunger scales with the help of food journals. Emotional hunger is something you need to be very mindful of because negative emotions are […]

Ep 344: Kristine on Gaining a New Perspective in Life After Coaching with Dr. Deb

A strong independent woman may appear to have no room for help. But no matter how strong a woman is, they also need help, love, and care. Kristine’s heartfelt weight loss experience will inspire you to take on a new perspective on menopause, life, and your weight.   Get the full show notes and information […]

Ep 343: Discover Your Compelling Reason to Lose Weight

In this episode, I discuss the importance of finding your compelling reason to lose weight and how you can find success in this process through the power of resilience. Weight loss is not a straight road and you must learn to handle setbacks and failures if you want to reach that finish line.   Get […]

Ep 342: Three Steps to Permanent Weight Loss the ThINNER Peace Way

Hello my dear friends all over the world! In this episode, I am bringing to you my Free Masterclass where I did a live group coaching session. As you all  know my favorite thing to do is to coach. I want to go deeper with my clients with their thoughts and open up something that […]

Ep 341: A Sneak Peek at the FREE Masterclass and ThINNER Peace in Menopause Program

Food does not actually control you – your thoughts create negative emotions that make you overeat then eventually gain weight. But here are some facts, menopause increases all of the negative emotions you previously had and your metabolism is continually decreasing. This means it’s going to be harder to lose weight.   Get the full […]

FREE Masterclass: The 3 Steps To Permanent Weight Loss In Menopause

Hello, my dear friends all over the world! I have another bonus for you. I want to entice you with taking a free masterclass with me.  And I’m calling it “Three Steps To Permanent Weight Loss In Menopause.” If you were not able to join the boot camp with me, because it was too long […]

Ep 340: Food Journaling + The Physical Hunger Scale

The concept of “eat when I’m hungry and stop when I’m full” is something that a lot of people who speak to me or listen to me find incredibly interesting. That is basically what I teach about food journaling – to eat everything you want that your body requires and to stop when your body […]

Introducing: Thinner Confidence

Hello, my dear friends all over the world! I’ve got something really big planned for next week, a week-long boot camp called “Thinner Confidence”. I am going to teach and train you how to start my thinner peace process using my number one tool. We will be together for one week and learn from videos, […]

Ep 339: Carol’ Success Story on Learning to Manage Emotions for Weight Loss

When everything seems to be working in your weight loss journey, but then all of a sudden, something happens. What will you do to cope without using food as your companion?  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/339

Ep 339: Carol' Success Story on Learning to Manage Emotions for Weight Loss

When everything seems to be working in your weight loss journey, but then all of a sudden, something happens. What will you do to cope without using food as your companion?  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/339

Ep 339: Carol' Success Story on Learning to Manage Emotions for Weight Loss

When everything seems to be working in your weight loss journey, but then all of a sudden, something happens. What will you do to cope without using food as your companion?  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/339

Ep 338: Morning Routine: Preparing Your Mind for the Day

If you’re wanting to feel different as you start your day, what we’ll discuss today is something that you might want to try. In this episode, I’ll share my morning routine and how I mentally prepare for the day ahead. When you have established routines, there is no need to start the day in a […]

Ep 337:Stop Blaming Your Mother and Start Losing Weight

Our experiences of trauma and pain do not usually come from strangers. We usually get them from people we love and are close to us like our parents. In this episode, I’d like to specifically talk about our mothers or the mother figures in our lives.   Get the full show notes and information here: […]

Ep 336: The Joy of Knowing Your Body

You may have listened to numerous podcasts, and motivational speakers on how to lose weight. But have you ever listened to your own body?  Eating to fuel the body is pleasurable, however, overeating is not.  Before trying different methods to lose weight, get to know your body first.   Get the full show notes and […]

Ep 335: What You Feed Your Mind Affects Your Weight

What you feed your mind is as important as what you feed your body. Our minds are powerful enough to keep us on track or make us feel like we’re losing it. That’s why it’s important to be mindful of the thoughts we allow to play in our mind. If it’s unhealthy, get rid of […]

Ep 334: Jennie on Making this the Last Time She Loses Weight

I’d like to share another story about my client Jennie with you today. She’ll tell us about her experience booking a mini session and how we ended up working together. How I guided her where she wants to be, which is at peace with herself and with food, and how she wants this to be […]

Ep 333: Overeating is NOT a Reward for Weight Loss!

Summer is coming to an end, and I must say that I have had a fantastic summer! This is my favorite time of year because it is a summer of gratitude and celebration. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/333

Ep 332: MVP: Your Past Does Not Define You – Coaching Session with Sara

We allow ourselves to enjoy food in a variety of ways in the belief that we are being kind to ourselves. I understand that in a good mood, you may want to eat something sweet or drink wine with everyone else. But we had no idea that craving food wasn’t always in our best interest. […]

Ep 331: Donna's Weight Loss Journey And Becoming Her Best Authentic Self

One of the things that contribute to our weight gain is not only the food we consume, but also our behavior. Our perspectives on ourselves, on food, and other people matter if we want to lose weight.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/331

Ep 331: Donna's Weight Loss Journey And Becoming Her Best Authentic Self

One of the things that contribute to our weight gain is not only the food we consume, but also our behavior. Our perspectives on ourselves, on food, and other people matter if we want to lose weight.  Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/331

Ep 330: MVP: Three Steps to Help Handle Urges

We have very little control over what happens in life, but it doesn’t mean we don’t have control over what we think about our circumstances. And that’s what I do as a coach; to help you take control of your own show – change how you perceive yourself because that’s something we have a choice […]

Ep 329: Separating Your Emotions from Food

Today, I welcome back one of my very memorable clients, Cynthia. She has been an avid listener of the podcast, long before she decided to take the coaching with Thinner Peace. Sweets and chocolate chip cookies have played a great role as her coping mechanisms. This made her feel like she had no control over […]

Ep 328: Say “Yes” to the Knowing Inside of You

This podcast is designed to help you understand what it’s like to listen to your body and know when something is right for you. I want to talk to you all about how important this is because I was really inspired by my clients who had enough confidence in my abilities and in my program, […]

Ep 328: Say "Yes" to the Knowing Inside of You

This podcast is designed to help you understand what it’s like to listen to your body and know when something is right for you. I want to talk to you all about how important this is because I was really inspired by my clients who had enough confidence in my abilities and in my program, […]

Ep 328: Say "Yes" to the Knowing Inside of You

This podcast is designed to help you understand what it’s like to listen to your body and know when something is right for you. I want to talk to you all about how important this is because I was really inspired by my clients who had enough confidence in my abilities and in my program, […]

Ep 327: The Secret to Menopausal Weight Loss

There’s a cultural stigma around menopause in that it signals “the end” for women and their bodies. We become too old and our bodies start to slow down, and generally, it feels like it’s too late for us to start anything new. Well, I am here to tell you that you are right on time. […]

Ep 326: The Disease of the Need to Please

Do you have this chronic need to say yes to everything people ask of you because you like appreciation and fear disappointment? If so, you might have this disease called, The Need to Please.   In this episode, I share the story of one of my clients who suffered from this disease. As a grandmother, […]

Ep 325: MVP: How to Start Where You Are Now

Starting is oftentimes the hardest step when it comes to weight loss. But the best way to change is to just start with one thing. In this episode, I offer actionable steps that will help you get started on your journey. You don’t need to wait for the perfect moment when starting something new. The […]

Ep 324: Make This the Summer of “No”

 There is a widespread epidemic of self-loathing amongst women that is deeply rooted in how we see ourselves, our bodies, and how we use food. In this episode, I talk about the concept of tough love and how you can use it to compassionately “No” to other people, including yourself. Join me as I guide […]

Ep 324: Make This the Summer of "No"

 There is a widespread epidemic of self-loathing amongst women that is deeply rooted in how we see ourselves, our bodies, and how we use food. In this episode, I talk about the concept of tough love and how you can use it to compassionately “No” to other people, including yourself. Join me as I guide […]

Ep 324: Make This the Summer of "No"

 There is a widespread epidemic of self-loathing amongst women that is deeply rooted in how we see ourselves, our bodies, and how we use food. In this episode, I talk about the concept of tough love and how you can use it to compassionately “No” to other people, including yourself. Join me as I guide […]

Ep 323: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Many of us try to “fix” our negative emotions with food, and my client, Renee used to be no different. Today, my beloved client is here to share her journey of shedding that emotional burden. When we began working together, she had trouble feeling joy about anything. It took a lot of emotional and mental […]

Ep 323: Renee's Emotional Journey: Finding Joy Without Food

Many of us try to “fix” our negative emotions with food, and my client, Renee used to be no different. Today, my beloved client is here to share her journey of shedding that emotional burden. When we began working together, she had trouble feeling joy about anything. It took a lot of emotional and mental […]

Ep 322: How Susan Learned to Feel Her Feelings Instead of Eating Them

It’s the summer season, and just like the holidays, it usually means it’s a time for everyone to kick back and relax or go out and celebrate with friends and family. But if you don’t ever want to worry about restricting yourself or overeating when you’re out, then I have the pleasure of introducing my […]

Ep 321: MVP: How to Stop Night-Time Eating – Live Coaching Session

What constitutes as normal eating for you?  For my listener, Carol, normal eating for her was her desire to overeat during dinner and continue eating until bedtime. In this special episode, Carol joins me for a live coaching session where I help her get started on mindfully managing those night-time urges. If you’re like Carol […]

Ep 321: MVP: How to Stop Night-Time Eating – Live Coaching Session

What constitutes as normal eating for you?  For my listener, Carol, normal eating for her was her desire to overeat during dinner and continue eating until bedtime. In this special episode, Carol joins me for a live coaching session where I help her get started on mindfully managing those night-time urges. If you’re like Carol […]

Ep 320: MVP: The One Thing You May Not Know

When we’re having bad days or bad weeks, our brains like to amplify our negative thoughts but at the end of it all, that’s all they just are – they’re just thoughts and you deserve to give yourself better options that will serve you better. In this episode, I’m going to teach you three steps […]

Ep 319: The #1 Step If You’re Not Losing Weight

When we start our weight loss journeys, the initial few pounds can fall off quite quickly– but we still need to be vigilant about what we eat because there are definitely going to be times when we won’t drop the weight and we can plateau. When this happens, we really need to keep our frustrations […]

Ep 319: The #1 Step If You're Not Losing Weight

When we start our weight loss journeys, the initial few pounds can fall off quite quickly– but we still need to be vigilant about what we eat because there are definitely going to be times when we won’t drop the weight and we can plateau. When this happens, we really need to keep our frustrations […]

Ep 319: The #1 Step If You're Not Losing Weight

When we start our weight loss journeys, the initial few pounds can fall off quite quickly– but we still need to be vigilant about what we eat because there are definitely going to be times when we won’t drop the weight and we can plateau. When this happens, we really need to keep our frustrations […]

Ep 318: Happy “Self-Mothering!”

When we think of the word mother, some of the first words that would come to our minds would be caring, protective, and kind. In honor of Mother’s Day, I want to introduce to you the concept of “Self-Mothering” and how you can start applying those qualities to yourself. By giving yourself room for self-compassion, […]

Ep 318: Happy "Self-Mothering!"

When we think of the word mother, some of the first words that would come to our minds would be caring, protective, and kind. In honor of Mother’s Day, I want to introduce to you the concept of “Self-Mothering” and how you can start applying those qualities to yourself. By giving yourself room for self-compassion, […]

Ep 318: Happy "Self-Mothering!"

When we think of the word mother, some of the first words that would come to our minds would be caring, protective, and kind. In honor of Mother’s Day, I want to introduce to you the concept of “Self-Mothering” and how you can start applying those qualities to yourself. By giving yourself room for self-compassion, […]

Ep 317: MVP: Don’t Throw Out The Scale!

Does the idea of getting on the scale feel like torture and fill you with dread? If so, I have good news for you; the scale is a tool, and your mind is manageable. In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to […]

Ep 317: MVP: Don't Throw Out The Scale!

Does the idea of getting on the scale feel like torture and fill you with dread? If so, I have good news for you; the scale is a tool, and your mind is manageable. In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to […]

Ep 317: MVP: Don't Throw Out The Scale!

Does the idea of getting on the scale feel like torture and fill you with dread? If so, I have good news for you; the scale is a tool, and your mind is manageable. In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to […]

Ep 316: Find Your Motivation: Reward vs. Punishment

If you have ever tried to lose weight, you may have used food at one point as a reward or punishment– usually as the former. But the way our brains work is that it naturally gravitates toward pleasure. Therefore, being self-deprecating will not be a sustainable source of motivation in the long run. This week, […]

Ep 315: How to Measure Your Urges

Did you know that urges can be applied to a number scale similar to the physical hunger scale? In this episode, I’m going to provide you with pointers on urges so you can better measure and understand them. It’s important to remember that you’re not always going to be able to allow urges, but these […]

Ep 314: MVP: Kathleen’s Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Why is it that when we try to lose weight, disparaging ourselves always feels like something that has to be done? My client, Katherine, did the same thing when she was working with me. In the beginning, she was her own worst enemy – frustrated and desperate until she finally understood the tool of self-kindness […]

Ep 314: MVP: Kathleen's Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Why is it that when we try to lose weight, disparaging ourselves always feels like something that has to be done? My client, Katherine, did the same thing when she was working with me. In the beginning, she was her own worst enemy – frustrated and desperate until she finally understood the tool of self-kindness […]

Ep 314: MVP: Kathleen's Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Why is it that when we try to lose weight, disparaging ourselves always feels like something that has to be done? My client, Katherine, did the same thing when she was working with me. In the beginning, she was her own worst enemy – frustrated and desperate until she finally understood the tool of self-kindness […]

Ep 313: Open Yourself to Learning Opportunities from Weight Gain

In this episode, I want to share a letter I received from my client, Andrea. After a particular event that involved her getting sick and regaining weight, she asked me how she can better manage her mind around stressful situations, and secondly, how to resist urges that stem from those events.   Get the full […]

Ep 312: Why You Should Prioritize Emotional Health to Lose Weight

It’s good to look after your physical health especially as we’re getting older. But I want to make it clear that what the Thinner Peace process offers first and foremost is emotional health. In this episode, I elaborate more on my process of why prioritizing your emotional well-being will lead to improved physical health over the […]

Ep 311: Willpower vs. Allowing Urges

Whether you feel you have enough or not enough willpower around food, here’s the truth: willpower DOESN’T work. So long as you continue to desire any food, your willpower will give. So in this episode, I provide two ways that will help you in lessening your urges around food through one key idea – by […]

Ep 310: The Thinner Peace Process

Butterflies undergo an incredible transformation from the caterpillar stage to the chrysalis stage to the butterfly stage, and it’s similar to the transformation that I take my clients through. Listen in today to find out what happens in the Thinner Peace Process and how it could be exactly what you’re missing from your journey. I’m […]

Ep 309: Understand the Depths of People Pleasing: Ann’s Transformational Journey

When it comes to our weight loss journeys, oftentimes our goal is to simply lower those numbers on the scale. But the beauty of weight loss coaching is that you can come out of it with more than what you were expecting. When my client hired me, it was with the intention to stop dieting […]

Ep 309: Understand the Depths of People Pleasing: Ann's Transformational Journey

When it comes to our weight loss journeys, oftentimes our goal is to simply lower those numbers on the scale. But the beauty of weight loss coaching is that you can come out of it with more than what you were expecting. When my client hired me, it was with the intention to stop dieting […]

Ep 309: Understand the Depths of People Pleasing: Ann's Transformational Journey

When it comes to our weight loss journeys, oftentimes our goal is to simply lower those numbers on the scale. But the beauty of weight loss coaching is that you can come out of it with more than what you were expecting. When my client hired me, it was with the intention to stop dieting […]

Ep 308: Why It’s Healthy to Say No

Did you know that trying to please people puts both emotional and physical weight on you? This was a challenge a client of mine struggled with. She was trying so hard to please her mother, she ended up going against herself. Tune in to discover how she gained the confidence to stand up for herself […]

Ep 308: Why It's Healthy to Say No

Did you know that trying to please people puts both emotional and physical weight on you? This was a challenge a client of mine struggled with. She was trying so hard to please her mother, she ended up going against herself. Tune in to discover how she gained the confidence to stand up for herself […]

Ep 308: Why It's Healthy to Say No

Did you know that trying to please people puts both emotional and physical weight on you? This was a challenge a client of mine struggled with. She was trying so hard to please her mother, she ended up going against herself. Tune in to discover how she gained the confidence to stand up for herself […]

Ep 307: Coaching's Impact on Jill's Weight Loss Journey

An important aspect of coaching is learning to have faith in yourself that you have the strength to put in the hard work. Joining me on the podcast today is Jill, one of my beloved clients. In this episode, Jill shares why coaching became the X-Factor in her weight loss journey and how she’s been […]

Ep 307: Coaching's Impact on Jill's Weight Loss Journey

An important aspect of coaching is learning to have faith in yourself that you have the strength to put in the hard work. Joining me on the podcast today is Jill, one of my beloved clients. In this episode, Jill shares why coaching became the X-Factor in her weight loss journey and how she’s been […]

Ep 306: MVP: How to Use Massive Action and Failure to Stop the Yo-Yo Effect

When people regain weight or don’t lose weight fast enough, they often tell themselves, “I’m a failure. I’ll never be able to do this.” In another installation of the Most Valuable Podcast episodes, we dive into the two most basic tools for permanent weight loss: massive action and failure. If you are able to understand […]

Ep 305: Why Is This the Last Time You’ll Ever Need to Lose Weight Again?

In the midst of finishing up my latest Thinner Peace Group Program, I ask my clients, “Why is this the last time you’ll ever need to lose weight again?” When my client, Nancy, came into the group session, she said that her biggest goal was to make peace with her body and with food. Today, […]

Ep 305: Why Is This the Last Time You'll Ever Need to Lose Weight Again?

In the midst of finishing up my latest Thinner Peace Group Program, I ask my clients, “Why is this the last time you’ll ever need to lose weight again?” When my client, Nancy, came into the group session, she said that her biggest goal was to make peace with her body and with food. Today, […]

Ep 305: Why Is This the Last Time You'll Ever Need to Lose Weight Again?

In the midst of finishing up my latest Thinner Peace Group Program, I ask my clients, “Why is this the last time you’ll ever need to lose weight again?” When my client, Nancy, came into the group session, she said that her biggest goal was to make peace with her body and with food. Today, […]

Ep 304: Three Steps to Help Yourself Awaken Joy

According to Buddhist philosophy, there are two states of emotions: the healthy state and the unhealthy state. For many of you, food is used as a way to create joy. But my Buddhist mentor, James Baraz, takes a different angle on this. So for this episode, I want to share James’ teachings on the many […]

Ep 303: You Can’t Eat Away Sadness

Last week, I talked about urges and the detrimental impact they can have on you when you choose to resist them rather than feel them. And I want to continue that discussion but from a more emotional perspective this time. In this episode, I want to share a real story from one of my beloved […]

Ep 303: You Can't Eat Away Sadness

Last week, I talked about urges and the detrimental impact they can have on you when you choose to resist them rather than feel them. And I want to continue that discussion but from a more emotional perspective this time. In this episode, I want to share a real story from one of my beloved […]

Ep 303: You Can't Eat Away Sadness

Last week, I talked about urges and the detrimental impact they can have on you when you choose to resist them rather than feel them. And I want to continue that discussion but from a more emotional perspective this time. In this episode, I want to share a real story from one of my beloved […]

Ep 302: Three Steps to Help Handle Urges

One of the questions many people still ask me to this day is: “What do I do when I feel an urge?” So in this week’s episode, I want to dedicate the time to define what an urge is, what it would feel like, and how you can manage them using a simple exercise by […]

Ep 301: MVP: How Bridget Made This the Last Time

Do you feel like your eating habits are out of control? The usual quick and easy tricks to lose weight won’t work now that you’re in menopause. As one of my Most Valuable Podcasts, Bridget, reveals her beginning struggles with food and alcohol and why she chose to work with me to overcome them while […]

Ep 300: Love Yourself Just as You Are

Welcome to a new year, and to commemorate this new beginning is the 300th episode of The Thinner Peace Podcast. As we start out this year, I want you to start it with love and self-acceptance. In this episode, I share a simple exercise that will get you started on pointing your mind in the […]

Ep 299: What’s the Hurry?

We’ve finally made it to the end of 2021 and to wrap up the year, I want to impart with you all some knowledge as we head into 2022. Present society encourages us to always be in a hurry. But when we’re in a hurry we forget to appreciate the present. In this year’s final […]

Ep 299: What's the Hurry?

We’ve finally made it to the end of 2021 and to wrap up the year, I want to impart with you all some knowledge as we head into 2022. Present society encourages us to always be in a hurry. But when we’re in a hurry we forget to appreciate the present. In this year’s final […]

Ep 299: What's the Hurry?

We’ve finally made it to the end of 2021 and to wrap up the year, I want to impart with you all some knowledge as we head into 2022. Present society encourages us to always be in a hurry. But when we’re in a hurry we forget to appreciate the present. In this year’s final […]

Ep 298: The Best is Yet to Come

Regardless of where you are right now or what you are, so long as you’re still here, believe that the best is yet to come. In this week’s episode, I want to share the story of my client, Sam who truly took this advice to heart and is now taking new and exciting steps to […]

Ep 297: Nanette’s Drive to Honor Her Own Commitments

One of the best things you can gift yourself this holiday season is to make a commitment to investing in yourself, and my client, Nanette, went above and beyond that. This week, she joins me on the podcast to share how she has broken free from her tumultuous relationship with food and found her worthiness […]

Ep 297: Nanette's Drive to Honor Her Own Commitments

One of the best things you can gift yourself this holiday season is to make a commitment to investing in yourself, and my client, Nanette, went above and beyond that. This week, she joins me on the podcast to share how she has broken free from her tumultuous relationship with food and found her worthiness […]

Ep 297: Nanette's Drive to Honor Her Own Commitments

One of the best things you can gift yourself this holiday season is to make a commitment to investing in yourself, and my client, Nanette, went above and beyond that. This week, she joins me on the podcast to share how she has broken free from her tumultuous relationship with food and found her worthiness […]

Ep 296: Coaching Jayna on My Thinner Peace Challenge

In this week’s special episode, Jayna, one of my listeners who is taking on my holiday challenge, is joining me on the podcast to openly share her struggles with food journaling. As she steadily progresses in her food journaling, Jayna is now learning to be more curious and compassionate with herself and it’s making her […]

Ep 295: The Thinner Peace Holiday Challenge

As we roll into December, I propose a new challenge for all of you dear listeners called, “The Thinner Peace Holiday Challenge”, where you will begin to practice awareness and accountability through three simple steps which I will discuss in this episode. You are the only one with the power to give yourself the accountability […]

Ep 294: Prioritize Your Wellbeing by Letting Go of People-Pleasing

Thanksgiving is this week and amongst all the celebrations and food, I challenge you to be more mindful and watch yourself. In this episode, I share one of my clients’ realization that her insistent need to please other people came to her own detriment and how her life and relationship with food changed for the […]

Ep 293: Negative Emotions vs. The Physical Hunger Scale

In this episode, I discuss the effect of negative emotions on our physical hunger, and the tweaks I’ve made that will make it easier for you to practice paying attention to your hunger scales with the help of food journals.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/293

Ep 292: Discover Your Compelling Reason to Lose Weight

Resilience is key to achieving success in everything you want to do in life, and that includes weight loss. In this episode, I discuss why you need to look deeper inside yourself to find that mantra– that true reason to lose weight– that keeps you going through all the temptations and failures.   Get the […]

Ep 291: Revelations from Night Time Eating

When it comes to my coaching, food journaling isn’t just about listing down the food you put in your mouth. It’s about going beyond those numbers and uncovering the “whys” behind them so you can build up that mind-body connection. Listen in to hear me talk about how one of my beloved clients managed to […]

Ep 290: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree’s Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life.   Get the full show […]

Ep 290: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree's Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life.   Get the full show […]

Ep 290: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree's Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life.   Get the full show […]

Bonus Ep: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana’s Success Story

If you’ve been wanting to work with me and individual coaching isn’t suitable for you, the opportunity is here. I’m finally opening up the doors to this year’s last group program! For this second bonus episode, find out how my previous client, Diana, achieved Thinner Peace by learning to feel her emotions and stop obsessing […]

Bonus Ep: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie’s Success Story

If you’re interested in working with me then I have good news for you: the doors to my group program are now open! And so, I’m sharing a bonus episode introducing Marie. She was a member of my previous group and I’d love for you to hear how she’s utilized my program’s teachings to transform […]

Bonus Ep: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana's Success Story

If you’ve been wanting to work with me and individual coaching isn’t suitable for you, the opportunity is here. I’m finally opening up the doors to this year’s last group program! For this second bonus episode, find out how my previous client, Diana, achieved Thinner Peace by learning to feel her emotions and stop obsessing […]

Bonus Ep: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie's Success Story

If you’re interested in working with me then I have good news for you: the doors to my group program are now open! And so, I’m sharing a bonus episode introducing Marie. She was a member of my previous group and I’d love for you to hear how she’s utilized my program’s teachings to transform […]

Bonus Ep: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana's Success Story

If you’ve been wanting to work with me and individual coaching isn’t suitable for you, the opportunity is here. I’m finally opening up the doors to this year’s last group program! For this second bonus episode, find out how my previous client, Diana, achieved Thinner Peace by learning to feel her emotions and stop obsessing […]

Bonus Ep: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie's Success Story

If you’re interested in working with me then I have good news for you: the doors to my group program are now open! And so, I’m sharing a bonus episode introducing Marie. She was a member of my previous group and I’d love for you to hear how she’s utilized my program’s teachings to transform […]

Ep 289: MVP: The Thinner Peace Process

Ever wondered why I chose butterflies as the model for my weight loss program? Well with my group program approaching, I’ve decided to share my third MVP (Most Valuable Podcast) where I speak in detail of my Thinner Peace Process because it’s not just about losing weight– it’s about transforming yourself.   Get the full […]

Ep 288: The Three Steps to Permanent Menopausal Weight Loss

Interested in understanding more of my coaching process and seeing my coaching in action? Then you’re in luck! In this episode, I talk about the three most important steps in my Thinner Peace coaching. Additionally, I’ll be providing an opportunity to sign up for a free webinar which is happening next week, October 19th. So […]

Ep 287: Change How Your Brain Thinks Around Desires and Urges

In the last episode I touched upon the topic of patience, and this week I want to talk about another tool which is learning how to manage what I’d like to call, “overdesires.” Listen in on this episode where I help you better understand these desires or urges and how you can start approaching them […]

Ep 286: Achieve This Feeling for Long-Lasting Menopausal Weight Loss!

One of the things I’ve taught in my program is that the scale is just a tool. All it can do is give you a number, but all the yucky feelings that you feel at seeing that number can only be fixed by you. Listen to this episode where I discuss what mindset you need […]

Ep 285: MVP: The ONLY Solution to Permanent Weight Loss

Have you ever said things like “I’m not good enough!” or “Why should I even bother trying?” to yourself? I know I have. We’ve conditioned ourselves to say such horrible things about ourselves, and until that is changed, no amount of weight loss will make us happy. Alongside learning my solution to permanent solution, I […]

Ep 284: MVP: Mindfully Embracing Healthy Foods and Pleasure Eating During Weight Loss

Have you ever felt like the fun needs to stop once you started eating healthy? Or that you need to eat certain foods just to feel happy? I’ve felt both of those things, but there is a way to get joy from healthy eating without completely depriving yourself. Learn how you can do that in […]

Ep 283: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie’s Success Story

One of my clients, Marie, joins me this week to share her personal Thinner Peace journey – from overcoming fears and anxieties to changing her mindset towards her weight and food. I’m very proud of Marie’s progress so make sure to listen in to hear her inspiring story!   Get the full show notes and […]

Ep 283: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie's Success Story

One of my clients, Marie, joins me this week to share her personal Thinner Peace journey – from overcoming fears and anxieties to changing her mindset towards her weight and food. I’m very proud of Marie’s progress so make sure to listen in to hear her inspiring story!   Get the full show notes and […]

Ep 283: Taking the Leap of Faith: Marie's Success Story

One of my clients, Marie, joins me this week to share her personal Thinner Peace journey – from overcoming fears and anxieties to changing her mindset towards her weight and food. I’m very proud of Marie’s progress so make sure to listen in to hear her inspiring story!   Get the full show notes and […]

Ep 282: Train Your Mind Against Urges!

We’ve all struggled with insecurities and urges before and for some of us, we still do now, and it’s alright to acknowledge that it can be difficult. But it doesn’t always have to remain that way. Join me for this episode as I tackle the topic of urges and why it’s important for us to […]

Ep 281: Why You Should Prioritize Emotional Health to Lose Weight

When people talk about losing weight, they say it’s because they want to get healthy. But that’s not my priority as a weight-loss coach because how can you take care of your body if you can’t take care of your mind first? The Thinner Peace program is one that offers its clients emotional health and […]

Ep 280: What is Weight Loss Coaching?

You probably have a decent idea of what a weight loss coach does, but I want to talk about my personal approach to it which were influenced by fellow coaches and my personal experiences. Learn more about how I combine my two types of coaching and use food to help you get to the root […]

Ep 279: The One Step You Can Take to Control Unmanaged Thoughts and Urges

Paula, an avid listener, asked me how can she deal with unmanaged thoughts and the urges that come from them. I’m going to provide her and all of you with tips and tricks to combat them. Additionally, I want you to use this as an avenue to help your growth as a person. With every […]

Ep 278: Celebrate and Honor Your Life and Body!

Do birthdays and celebrations always have to mean overeating and overindulgence? Your birthday is the day to celebrate yourself, but society has warped how we view celebrations and eating. Tune into this episode as I help you celebrate yourself on your special day with honor and dignity.   Get the full show notes and more information […]

Ep 277: Learn to Free Yourself From Inherited Thoughts

Words have more power than we realize. Even those small comments made in passing can drastically change how we think about ourselves. Comments that are deemed insignificant but end up weighing heavily on us. In a time where our self-esteem is challenged, join me as I help you learn how to free yourself from these […]

Ep 276: Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Tips for Transformation

We all experience challenges and menopause is a particular one many of us struggle with. But what if I told you that it doesn’t have to stay that way? Join me in this episode so you can see challenges through a new lens and learn how they can be used to aid you in your […]

Ep 275: Celebrate and Lose Weight with 2 Simple Steps

Lockdown is coming to an end and that means restaurants are opening up, we see friends and family again and celebrate. With all of this comes food and a different kind of stress. So I’m going to teach you how you can celebrate mindfully and lose weight after lockdown with only 2 simple steps.   […]

Ep 274: The Secret to Menopausal Weight Loss

Just because our bodies are different now, doesn’t mean it’s the end for us. So strap in as I share with you my number one tip to menopausal weight loss and how it can change how you see yourself inside and out.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://drdebbutler.com/274

Ep 273: Mindfulness in Menopause: How to Celebrate Without Overeating and Overdrinking

Learn how to celebrate mindfully in menopause without overindulging in food or drink. Discover how to stop viewing celebrations as an excuse to lose yourself, and how to create a new belief system so that you can enjoy celebrations while still taking care of yourself.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://drdebbutler.com/273

Ep 272: Pam’s Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Hear why Pam decided to work with me and the transformation she experienced when she did. Pam shares how she learned to change the way she thinks about food, stopped using food as comfort, and her advice to you if you’re struggling with emotional eating – even if the rest of your life is great. […]

Ep 272: Pam's Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Hear why Pam decided to work with me and the transformation she experienced when she did. Pam shares how she learned to change the way she thinks about food, stopped using food as comfort, and her advice to you if you’re struggling with emotional eating – even if the rest of your life is great. […]

Ep 272: Pam's Transformation: How She Stopped Emotional Eating

Hear why Pam decided to work with me and the transformation she experienced when she did. Pam shares how she learned to change the way she thinks about food, stopped using food as comfort, and her advice to you if you’re struggling with emotional eating – even if the rest of your life is great. […]

Ep 271: The Root Cause of Weight Gain in Menopause

Discover the root cause of weight gain in menopause. I’m sharing the ways so many women misinterpret the reasons of their weight gain, why accepting the root cause of this weight gain will bring up some discomfort for everyone, and the work I do with my clients to address the source of weight gain in […]

Ep 270: The Thinner Peace Process

Find out what happens in the Thinner Peace Process and how it could be exactly what you’re missing from your journey. I’m sharing the three phases of this process, why self-compassion is key, and what we focus on in each phase to help progress your transformation from caterpillar to butterfly.   Get full show notes […]

Ep 269: Stop TRYING to Lose Weight

Find out why you need to stop saying that you are TRYING to lose weight, and what you should start telling yourself instead. I’m sharing a tool to help you cultivate more self-compassion, and showing you why changing the way you think and speak to yourself will help you take the necessary action to get […]

Ep 268: Finding Freedom from Overwhelm: Teresa’s Success Story

Hear how Teresa learned to lessen the burden of constantly being busy in her life, and how this helped her lose weight and keep it off. Discover how she learned to understand the root cause of why she was eating when she wasn’t hungry, and how changing the way she thinks has left her feeling […]

Ep 268: Finding Freedom from Overwhelm: Teresa's Success Story

Hear how Teresa learned to lessen the burden of constantly being busy in her life, and how this helped her lose weight and keep it off. Discover how she learned to understand the root cause of why she was eating when she wasn’t hungry, and how changing the way she thinks has left her feeling […]

Ep 268: Finding Freedom from Overwhelm: Teresa's Success Story

Hear how Teresa learned to lessen the burden of constantly being busy in her life, and how this helped her lose weight and keep it off. Discover how she learned to understand the root cause of why she was eating when she wasn’t hungry, and how changing the way she thinks has left her feeling […]

Ep 267: Showing Yourself Compassion

I’m showing you how to transform negativity by using self-compassion. Self-compassion is the ability to recognize your own suffering and be empathetic about it, so get ready to discover how this concept can change everything for you with these three steps for using it in your life.   Get full show notes and more information […]

Ep 266: BUSY Makes You Fat and Stressed

Tune in to hear about Jill’s fascinating journey into coaching and how learning to manage her mind led her to unravel a lifelong pattern of being in perpetual stress and lacking time. We’re exploring why we don’t feel like we have enough time and how changing the way you think about this will help you […]

Ep 265: Why You Need to Process Your Emotions

Discover what happens when your emotions get too strong and how to feel your feelings before they overwhelm you completely. Amazing things can happen when you allow yourself to feel, so I’m showing you how to stop turning to food and start creating space for yourself to feel what you’re feeling. You’ve got this, friends, […]

Ep 264: 3 Simple Steps to Blow Your Mind

Listen closely this week and learn why we have to sit with discomfort in order to heal. Simply acknowledging that you are experiencing an urge is progress, and by practicing this three-step process again and again, you’ll learn to interrupt ancient habits, stay in discomfort, and manage your urges once and for all.    Get […]

Ep 263: What Do Urges, Poison Ivy, and Buddhism Have in Common?

In this episode, I’m sharing what urges, poison ivy, and Buddhism have in common and showing you why the only way to heal and manage your urges is to not give into them. I discuss the importance of working through discomfort if you want your urges to become weaker, and how to stop feeling controlled […]

Ep 262: Becoming the Manager of Your Mind

Your brain is like an unruly toddler. It will kick and scream and convince you that you need all of those cakes and cookies until you give in. Join me this week as I’m showing you how to stop rewarding negative behavior in your brain and become the manager of your mind. Discover how to get your […]

Ep 261: Life After Dr. Deb Series: How Jennifer Used the Scale as a Tool for Mindset Growth

Tune in this week to hear my conversation with Jennifer about how she found weight loss success, how she evolved her mindset, and how the scale was simply a tool that helped her on her journey and nothing more. Jennifer’s story is so empowering, I can’t wait to see how it inspires your journeys!   […]

Ep 260: Stop Beating Yourself Up: Live Coaching Session with Berta

Tune in this week and discover the importance of positive self-talk, and how to stop believing your thoughts to be facts. I’m live coaching Berta to help her stop punishing herself for her actions, and I know you’ll also be able to apply what you hear to your own life. You’ll discover the power of […]

Ep 259: What Really Creates Weight Gain

Join me this week as I share the two thought errors that cause you the most problems when it comes to gaining weight. I’m encouraging you to consider how you want to feel about the food that you eat and showing you the last thing you ever want to think or believe when it comes […]

Ep 258: Facing Your Amazingness: Peg’s Success Story

Listen in this week and hear about Peg’s experience working with me – one that she describes as ‘lifechanging’ – and discover how she learned to become confident and think of herself as amazing. We discuss the importance of listening to your intuition and being kind to yourself, and why amazingness doesn’t come from a […]

Ep 258: Facing Your Amazingness: Peg's Success Story

Listen in this week and hear about Peg’s experience working with me – one that she describes as ‘lifechanging’ – and discover how she learned to become confident and think of herself as amazing. We discuss the importance of listening to your intuition and being kind to yourself, and why amazingness doesn’t come from a […]

Ep 258: Facing Your Amazingness: Peg's Success Story

Listen in this week and hear about Peg’s experience working with me – one that she describes as ‘lifechanging’ – and discover how she learned to become confident and think of herself as amazing. We discuss the importance of listening to your intuition and being kind to yourself, and why amazingness doesn’t come from a […]

Ep 257: Don’t Throw Out The Scale!

In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to help you get what you want. I’m showing you how to bring more awareness to your thoughts to make this the last time you ever lose weight, and why you don’t need to throw […]

Ep 257: Don't Throw Out The Scale!

In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to help you get what you want. I’m showing you how to bring more awareness to your thoughts to make this the last time you ever lose weight, and why you don’t need to throw […]

Ep 257: Don't Throw Out The Scale!

In this episode, I’m showing you how to manage your mind around the scale and use it as a tool to help you get what you want. I’m showing you how to bring more awareness to your thoughts to make this the last time you ever lose weight, and why you don’t need to throw […]

Ep 256: The Importance of Listening to Your Body

Join me this week as I’m sharing some recent personal experiences of how I’ve listened to my body and respected myself while respecting others. I’m showing you how to be a body whisperer and give yourself exactly what you need, and why loving yourself will help you love others more. Get full show notes and […]

Ep 255: The Mind-Body Connection

Join me this week as I’m helping two of my listeners with their weight issues and sharing some tips to help you start paying more attention to your body’s needs. Discover why it’s possible to be successful in both your career and weight loss journey and how to tune into your innate mind-body connection to […]

Ep 254: How to Fail Productively

In this episode, I explain the difference between productive and unproductive failure and share how to view the actions you take that make you unhappy in a more helpful way. I’m sharing why getting curious, not furious, is the key to failing productively and how knowing this will enable you to stop beating yourself up […]

Ep 253: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree’s Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life. Get full show notes and […]

Ep 253: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree's Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life. Get full show notes and […]

Ep 253: Setting Yourself Free: Desiree's Success Story

Tune in this week and hear Desiree’s advice to anybody interested in investing in themselves and their future. Discover the benefits of my group coaching program and hear about the tools and knowledge that can help you overcome obstacles and move forward in a positive, productive direction in your life. Get full show notes and […]

Ep 252: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana’s Success Story

Join us this week and hear Diana’s inspirational story of how she stopped obsessing over food, got more in tune with her body, and learned to feel more peace in her life. She shares the endless ways she’s benefitted from my program and how her life has transformed since she’s learned to work with her […]

Ep 252: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana's Success Story

Join us this week and hear Diana’s inspirational story of how she stopped obsessing over food, got more in tune with her body, and learned to feel more peace in her life. She shares the endless ways she’s benefitted from my program and how her life has transformed since she’s learned to work with her […]

Ep 252: Taking Back Control of Your Life: Diana's Success Story

Join us this week and hear Diana’s inspirational story of how she stopped obsessing over food, got more in tune with her body, and learned to feel more peace in her life. She shares the endless ways she’s benefitted from my program and how her life has transformed since she’s learned to work with her […]

Ep 251: Your Thoughts Are Not Facts

Join me this week as I explain why we believe our thoughts to be facts and how to change these belief systems. I’m showing you how to change your mindset to start believing thoughts that will give you what you want, and how to put a stop to your stinking thinking once and for all. Get full […]

Ep 250: Believing You Can Eat Anything You Want

In this episode, I’m reminding you why managing your mind around food will make it less of a big deal, and why changing your mindset will enable you to create true peace around food. If you want to enjoy food without overeating and learn to stop the minute you’re done, make sure you tune in! […]

Ep 249: Investing in Yourself: Kerry’s Success Story

Tune in this week to hear how Kerry went from feeling exhausted and miserable to empowered and at peace after working with me. We discuss the importance of investing in yourself and how taking your needs seriously can change your entire life. Get ready to be inspired, you won’t want to miss this! Get full […]

Ep 249: Investing in Yourself: Kerry's Success Story

Tune in this week to hear how Kerry went from feeling exhausted and miserable to empowered and at peace after working with me. We discuss the importance of investing in yourself and how taking your needs seriously can change your entire life. Get ready to be inspired, you won’t want to miss this! Get full […]

Ep 249: Investing in Yourself: Kerry's Success Story

Tune in this week to hear how Kerry went from feeling exhausted and miserable to empowered and at peace after working with me. We discuss the importance of investing in yourself and how taking your needs seriously can change your entire life. Get ready to be inspired, you won’t want to miss this! Get full […]

Ep 248: Reconnecting with Your Body After the Holidays

Join me this week as I share two important reminders to keep in mind as you go into this new year. I’m sharing the importance of the mind-body connection, and explaining why the more you can come back and take care of yourself, the better chance you’ll have of having a thinner, healthier, more connected […]

Ep 247: Own Your Power and Change Your Life

In the final episode of 2020, I’m explaining why processing your emotions will enable you to access your own thoughts, and sharing some stories of clients who have learned this and used it to enhance their lives. I remind you why knowing that you get to think whatever you want will open your world up […]

Ep 246: The Holidays Are Here and This Is the Final Exam

Join me this week as I remind you of what I’ve taught you about joy eats and keeping your mind in check, as well as how to maintain your commitment to yourself over the holidays. I’m sharing the importance of self-compassion and curiosity and reminding you that you are totally in control of what you […]

Ep 245: Honoring Your Own Commitments: Lisa’s Success Story

Join us this week and learn why taking one small step at a time and being willing to do the work has meant that Lisa has not only lost weight but managed to keep it off and feel better in the process. We hear how changing the way she thinks of and talks to herself […]

Ep 245: Honoring Your Own Commitments: Lisa's Success Story

Join us this week and learn why taking one small step at a time and being willing to do the work has meant that Lisa has not only lost weight but managed to keep it off and feel better in the process. We hear how changing the way she thinks of and talks to herself […]

Ep 245: Honoring Your Own Commitments: Lisa's Success Story

Join us this week and learn why taking one small step at a time and being willing to do the work has meant that Lisa has not only lost weight but managed to keep it off and feel better in the process. We hear how changing the way she thinks of and talks to herself […]

Ep 244: Don’t Throw Your Mind Out Just Because It’s the Holidays

Join me this week as I’m sharing some ways you can develop your mind and body awareness and use it to stop overindulging. I’m showing you how to mindfully manage your urges and how to become more aware of your thoughts and eating patterns, and how you can give yourself the gift of keeping your […]

Ep 244: Don't Throw Your Mind Out Just Because It's the Holidays

Join me this week as I’m sharing some ways you can develop your mind and body awareness and use it to stop overindulging. I’m showing you how to mindfully manage your urges and how to become more aware of your thoughts and eating patterns, and how you can give yourself the gift of keeping your […]

Ep 244: Don't Throw Your Mind Out Just Because It's the Holidays

Join me this week as I’m sharing some ways you can develop your mind and body awareness and use it to stop overindulging. I’m showing you how to mindfully manage your urges and how to become more aware of your thoughts and eating patterns, and how you can give yourself the gift of keeping your […]

Ep 243: Joy Eats

Tune in this week as I share why I believe there is a place for joy eats and drinks this holiday season and how to enjoy these things without feeling guilty. I’m sharing how you can learn to find certain foods less enticing and why changing your thoughts around them will enable you to enjoy […]

Ep 242: You Can Eat Anything You Want

As Thanksgiving and the holidays are approaching, you might be feeling fearful around food. You might feel as though there’s a lot of different food you can’t eat, which only leads to feelings of desire, frustration, and craving the food even more. So what would you say if I told you that you don’t have […]

Ep 241: Life After Dr. Deb Series: Why Committing to Yourself Will Change Your Life with Sabra

Join us this week as we learn of Sabra’s journey to a more calm, content, and peaceful life. She tells us how shifting her mindset had life-altering effects, and why as long as you have the dedication and commitment to yourself, you’ll go places. Sit back, lie down or take a walk, and enjoy what […]

Ep 240 Over-Desire Causes Overeating

In this episode I talk about the reasons for over-desire that create overeating. The three reasons for over-desire are: Neurotransmitters are programmed to desire anything that gives up a subtle, let alone dopamine, response. We are all being marketed to by food experts all day, every day. Recommended book: Salt Sugar Fat by Michael Moss. […]

Ep 239 Menopause: A Catalyst for a Thinner & Healthier Body with Dr. Lourdes Viado

Are you one of those women who think menopause is ruining their lives? Most women think that way. You start to experience menopause weight gain, and your age starts to show physically. But menopause can be the second shot at life you never knew you needed if you approach it differently. In this episode, I […]

Ep 239 Menopause: A Catalyst for a Thinner & Healthier Body with Dr. Lourdes Viado

Are you one of those women who think menopause is ruining their lives? Most women think that way. You start to experience menopause weight gain, and your age starts to show physically. But menopause can be the second shot at life you never knew you needed if you approach it differently. In this episode, I […]

Ep 238: Transforming Relationship with Food and Yourself with Michelle

Note: Doors are closing soon on my Holiday Essentials class!  You can still get in until Wed, Oct 28 at midnight or when the class fills up, whichever is first! Losing weight is more than just appearance. Once you decide to improve your eating habits, you also become more mindful of your other actions and […]

Ep 237 Class Doors Are Open – How To Use The Holidays To Lose Weight

  Do you do the same thing every year? Eat eat eat with abandon during the holidays from Halloween to the New Year. Restrict restrict restrict starting in the New Year. Rinse and repeat year after year after year! If you’re ready to stop the insanity. If you’re ready to USE the holidays to make […]

Ep 237 Class Doors Are Open – How To Use The Holidays To Lose Weight

  Do you do the same thing every year? Eat eat eat with abandon during the holidays from Halloween to the New Year. Restrict restrict restrict starting in the New Year. Rinse and repeat year after year after year! If you’re ready to stop the insanity. If you’re ready to USE the holidays to make […]

Ep 236 The Scale is Just a Circumstance

Have you decided to stop weighing yourself even though you’re trying to lose weight? In this episode, I read a beautiful heartfelt letter from a listener who has had a lot of success and awareness using my tools. She also got my attention in how she referred to the scale, as if it might be […]

Ep 235 Life After Dr. Deb Series: How Julie’s Thinner Peace Thinking is Helping Her Maintain Her 100 Pounds Weight Loss

I love talking with my clients after they’ve stopped working with me. I created the Life After Dr. Deb Series for this reason alone. I’m very curious and I bet you’re very curious too. Julie lost 100 pounds before she started working with me over two years ago. She hired me because she wanted thinner […]

Ep 235 Life After Dr. Deb Series: How Julie's Thinner Peace Thinking is Helping Her Maintain Her 100 Pounds Weight Loss

I love talking with my clients after they�€™ve stopped working with me. I created the Life After Dr. Deb Series for this reason alone. I�€™m very curious and I bet you�€™re very curious too. Julie lost 100 pounds before she started working with me over two years ago. She hired me because she wanted thinner […]

Ep 235 Life After Dr. Deb Series: How Julie's Thinner Peace Thinking is Helping Her Maintain Her 100 Pounds Weight Loss

I love talking with my clients after they�€™ve stopped working with me. I created the Life After Dr. Deb Series for this reason alone. I�€™m very curious and I bet you�€™re very curious too. Julie lost 100 pounds before she started working with me over two years ago. She hired me because she wanted thinner […]

Ep 234 How to Get Unstuck – Live Coaching with Dana

I recently received a letter from Dana a loyal podcast listener. She had lost 40 pounds using my tools, but now she felt stuck. I thought her problem might resonate with you so I asked her if she would like a free coaching session to get unstuck. Live on my podcast. Dana was courageous enough […]

Ep 234 How to Get Unstuck – Live Coaching with Dana

I recently received a letter from Dana a loyal podcast listener. She had lost 40 pounds using my tools, but now she felt stuck. I thought her problem might resonate with you so I asked her if she would like a free coaching session to get unstuck. Live on my podcast. Dana was courageous enough […]

Ep 233 How to Handle Difficult Emotions Without Using Food

In my last coaching session with my client Tracie, said, “I don’t feel amazing.” She had felt amazing on every call for all of our sessions. Till now. She was sure something had gone wrong. She thought now that she learned my tools, nothing would shake her again. She was mistaken. Life is just like […]

Ep 232 Making Friends with Yourself

I just finished an online retreat with Pema Chodron. As you know, I love her teachings. My biggest takeaway? If you want to be able to allow difficult feelings in yourself then it is very helpful to first learn how to be friends first with yourself. I’m not sure why that is so ah-ah-like after […]

Ep 231 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don’t Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 231 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don't Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 231 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don't Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 230 What Do Buddhism, Urges and Overeating Have in Common?

I am always amazed when I read anything by Pema Chodron and Buddhist philosophy. It helps me understand more why we eat when we’re not hungry. Losing weight is more about your mind than food. And Buddhism is all about the mind. In her book Taking the Leap she introduces the Tibetan word Shenpa, which […]

Ep 229 Learning to Make Peace with Night Time Eating – Rhonda’s Journey

Do you wonder why night time is such a hard time to stop eating when you’re not hungry? Are you “good” all day? And “bad” all night? Have you ever wondered what might be going on in that beautiful brain of yours? Your brain is my passion and why I love coaching so much! Listen […]

Ep 229 Learning to Make Peace with Night Time Eating – Rhonda's Journey

Do you wonder why night time is such a hard time to stop eating when you’re not hungry? Are you “good” all day? And “bad” all night? Have you ever wondered what might be going on in that beautiful brain of yours? Your brain is my passion and why I love coaching so much! Listen […]

Ep 229 Learning to Make Peace with Night Time Eating – Rhonda's Journey

Do you wonder why night time is such a hard time to stop eating when you’re not hungry? Are you “good” all day? And “bad” all night? Have you ever wondered what might be going on in that beautiful brain of yours? Your brain is my passion and why I love coaching so much! Listen […]

Ep 228 First Comes Love then Comes Weight Loss

There really is only one way to make this the last time. You must believe you are worth it. Sounds so easy, doesn’t it? In this interview, my client Joy reveals how she reclaimed her own worthiness. Maybe for the first time in 50 years. She thought that losing the weight would help her. She […]

Ep 227 How to Use the Discomfort of Urges to Help You Lose Weight

In the group program that I’m teaching right now, we are talking a lot about urges in regard to emotional hunger. Did you know that urges are negative emotion too? Just like anger and sadness. They come from your thoughts. Urges are uncomfortable, and your brain wants to protect you from this. Eating seems like […]

Ep 226 Self-Care is Not an Indulgence!

Do you think it costs money to have excellent self-care? I have many clients who do think that, and so did I. But here’s the truth: Self-care is not an indulgence, it’s a discipline. I think sometimes it’s easier to spend money, than to discipline ourselves in the moment of wanting instant gratification. Instant gratification […]

Ep 225 How to Protect Your Mental Health from the Virus

How are you feeling these days? I had a client recently tell me that she didn’t think now was a good time to focus on losing weight. She thought now was a good time to comfort herself and her family with food. A way to help feel less afraid. Losing weight seemed insignificant. What she […]

Ep 224 How to Love Yourself First – Interview with Angella

Do you ever wonder why it’s so easy for you to do something kind for someone else? Yet so hard to do something kind for yourself? Sometimes the kindest thing you can do for yourself is to stop eating when you’re full. Or maybe hold space for yourself while you sit through an urge. The […]

Ep 224 How to Love Yourself First – Interview with Angella

Do you ever wonder why it’s so easy for you to do something kind for someone else? Yet so hard to do something kind for yourself? Sometimes the kindest thing you can do for yourself is to stop eating when you’re full. Or maybe hold space for yourself while you sit through an urge. The […]

Ep 223 How to Talk to Yourself to Lose Weight! Live Coaching

Do you ever look in the mirror and feel disgusted? I ask you this, because in this live coaching session, that’s just how this woman felt about herself and would talk to herself. Why? Because she thought some pretty nasty sentences about herself. She didn’t realize that these were just thoughts. She thought she was […]

Ep 222 How to Make this the Summer that Changes EVERYTHING!

What are you doing this summer? If you’re like me and decided not to travel. Well… Lets do a summer vacation together! Maybe the best vacation you might be able to create for yourself is a vacation with YOU and ME and few other like-minded women. Imagine where you might be in 12 weeks from […]

Ep 221 Creating the Mindset of ThINNER Peace in Menopause

In this episode I give you a very specific tool to help you learn to master your mindset, and become aware of what you’re thinking. Thinner peace isn’t just about food, it’s about everything in your life, your relationships, your job, your home, the weather – everything! Most of my clients have become thin many […]

Ep 220 How Do You Talk to Yourself?

Can you imagine what it would be like to talk to yourself as if you are your own best friend? I guarantee you it will feel a lot better. In this episode I teach you how. And… I’m doing another webinar where I will show you by coaching and teaching you my most essential tools. […]

Ep 219 Life after Working with Dr. Deb: Interview and Coaching with Sam

Do you ever wonder if you’ll ever get THIS? Do you think that having trust and confidence in yourself around food and your body is unattainable? Do you think it’s too late? Sam used to think this too. But she doesn’t anymore. We worked together and then she worked some more on her own and […]

Ep 218 How to Calm your Mind to Lose the Weight – Tracie’s Journey so Far

Creating a compelling reason is one of the first steps I use with my clients. You would think that losing weight and being healthy would be compelling. But it’s not… (Because you wouldn’t be reading this if it were…) This is what Tracie decided to make her compelling reason: “To learn how to calm my […]

Ep 218 How to Calm your Mind to Lose the Weight – Tracie's Journey so Far

Creating a compelling reason is one of the first steps I use with my clients. You would think that losing weight and being healthy would be compelling. But it’s not… (Because you wouldn’t be reading this if it were…) This is what Tracie decided to make her compelling reason: “To learn how to calm my […]

Ep 218 How to Calm your Mind to Lose the Weight – Tracie's Journey so Far

Creating a compelling reason is one of the first steps I use with my clients. You would think that losing weight and being healthy would be compelling. But it’s not… (Because you wouldn’t be reading this if it were…) This is what Tracie decided to make her compelling reason: “To learn how to calm my […]

Ep 217 The Best is Yet to Come!

Do you think the older you get the better your life is going to get? I talk to a lot of women who think the exact opposite! They start to give up hope on their future as they start getting into their 50’s. I’ve heard them say they’ve never been able to lose weight before. […]

Ep 216 How to Manage Self-Sabotage in Menopause

Does it sometimes feel like you have more than one person in your head? Do they ever agree on anything? Do you find now that you’re in menopause those people are getting louder? This is what my beloved client was telling me in our last coaching session. She said she felt like she might be […]

Ep 215 Kathleen’s Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Sometimes I feel so much doubt in myself. Simply because I tell myself I’m not doing something right or I should be doing it better. Or, a favorite, “I’ve never done it right and I never will!” I sound so logical, and I’m so smart that I actually believe these thoughts. But then I catch […]

Ep 215 Kathleen's Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Sometimes I feel so much doubt in myself. Simply because I tell myself I’m not doing something right or I should be doing it better. Or, a favorite, “I’ve never done it right and I never will!” I sound so logical, and I’m so smart that I actually believe these thoughts. But then I catch […]

Ep 215 Kathleen's Success Using My Least Understood Tool

Sometimes I feel so much doubt in myself. Simply because I tell myself I’m not doing something right or I should be doing it better. Or, a favorite, “I’ve never done it right and I never will!” I sound so logical, and I’m so smart that I actually believe these thoughts. But then I catch […]

Ep 214 The One Thing You May Not Know

Do you ever think thoughts like this after a “bad” day or a “bad” week… “I’ll never be able to do this.” “I’m failing again just like always do.” “I’ll never get this right.” These are thoughts that create more of the same. They are useless. And… they are not facts, either. Even though, I […]

Ep 213 3 Simple Steps to Stop OVER Eating NOW!

The beautiful thing about mindful eating is that you need to eat! You can do it mindfully or not! But it is a wonderful opportunity to watch your mind. The time we are in right now is unusual, but for the most part, how you manage your mind around eating is probably the same, only […]

Ep 212 How to Use the Scale to Help You Not Hurt Your Weight Loss

Have you ever been “good” all week? Then… you get on the scale to have found out you lost nothing? If your response is like what mine used to be: I would throw a tantrum! I would hate the scale! I would hate myself. And I would stop being “good!” Why bother? And… I would […]

Ep 211 What You Must Know NOW – Plus Live Coaching

How do you talk to yourself? Do you call yourself fat and ugly? Do you tell yourself, “I’ll never be able to lose the weight, so screw it!”? If you’ve been trying to lose the weight for years and talking to yourself like this equally as long, well… there just might be a connection. How […]

Ep 211 What You Must Know NOW – Plus Live Coaching

How do you talk to yourself? Do you call yourself fat and ugly? Do you tell yourself, “I’ll never be able to lose the weight, so screw it!”? If you’ve been trying to lose the weight for years and talking to yourself like this equally as long, well… there just might be a connection. How […]

Ep 210 How to Manage Urges During These Times

What do you think of the times we’re in? Do you find yourself having even more urges to eat when you’re not hungry? Has your normal routine changed? What do you think of that? This is a letter I received from one of my precious previous clients: Hi. Once again, I enjoyed your podcast and […]

Ep 209 How to Stop People Pleasing to Lose Weight. Interview with Jeanne

Have you ever eaten something just because someone offered it to you? Maybe you didn’t want to hurt their feelings? This is what Jeanne thought until we started working together. She wanted everyone to like her. She believed she could control what other people thought about her. She believed she had the power to make […]

Ep 208 Good News During this Pandemic!

How are you feeling today? Are you scared? Panicked? Anxious? Me too! But I’ve also been excited, joy filled and grateful too. This is still called life. This is life during a pandemic. Before this pandemic you were probably experiencing something else in your life. And you were probably experiencing some of these same emotions. […]

Ep 207 How to Protect Your Mental Health from the Virus

How are you feeling these days? I had a client recently tell me that she didn’t think now was a good time to focus on losing weight. She thought now was a good time to comfort herself and her family with food. A way to help feel less afraid. Losing weight seemed insignificant. What she […]

Ep 206 How Perfectionism Steals Your Dreams

I did a podcast recently where I was going to coach a podcast listener. In the middle of the call I lost internet and had to end it. If you want to hear a less than perfect coaching session and podcast episode go back and listen to #204. I fixed it as best I could […]

Ep 205 How Bridget Made This the Last Time – 2 Years After Working with Dr. Deb

Do you think you can’t have fun without over eating and over drinking? Do you think you’ll never get this? Are you obsessed with food and your body? Are you constantly comparing yourself to “thin” people? You don’t want to miss this interview with Bridget. She reveals all her struggles and successes and how she […]

Ep 205 How Bridget Made This the Last Time – 2 Years After Working with Dr. Deb

Do you think you can’t have fun without over eating and over drinking? Do you think you’ll never get this? Are you obsessed with food and your body? Are you constantly comparing yourself to “thin” people? You don’t want to miss this interview with Bridget. She reveals all her struggles and successes and how she […]

Ep 204 How to Stop Being Afraid of Feeling Your Anger or Sadness and Use It to Lose Weight

Do you wonder how to feel a feeling? The only thing you’re sure of is that you want to eat when you’re not hungry, but you have no idea what you’re feeling! You just know that doughnut looks awfully good! That’s what Karen used to think too. Until she started listening to my podcast and […]

Ep 203 How to Stop Giving In to Cravings

Do you think a cookie can call you? I have many clients that tell me this. Brilliant successful women, mind you. You might think this too. Here’s the truth: cookies cannot talk! But your brain is another story. Sometimes a different spiritual practice or philosophy can change everything! I was at a silent retreat this […]

Ep 202 Using the Physical Hunger Scale to Make This the Last Time You Have to Lose Weight

In today’s episode we’re talking about how to pay attention to your basic physical hunger, and how to use my innovative physical hunger scale (PHS). You will learn for yourself when it’s time to start eating and when it’s time to stop. Here’s what you’ll learn today: If you’ve been on diets your whole life, […]

Ep 201 How to Become Curious Instead of Furious!

What do you do when you find yourself fogging or storming? Do you beat yourself up? Do you make yourself feel terrible? Then repeat the cycle over and over again? Overeat. Punish yourself. Feel terrible. Eat and repeat. If you answered yes to these questions then you MUST listen to this episode. I teach you […]

Ep 200 Thinner Peace in Menopause 2.0

I’m celebrating my 200th episode! I’m so grateful to YOU for listening all these years! This is what I know for sure after 200 episodes. I went back and listened to my first episode to see what is different, and this is what I learned: My message now is exactly the same as it was […]

Ep 199 How to Become the MASTER of Your Own Mind and Lose Weight, Too! Interview with Michelle

Do you think you’re the one person who is going to fail if you work with me? And when you think that, do you find you don’t reach out for help from me? Or you have a mini session with me, only to say no to the help you so desperately need? Usually your “No” […]

Ep 198 How to Stay Thin AND Healthy for the Rest of Your Life — The Body Whisperer

Being in tune to your hunger is one of the first ways of being connected to your physical body. But this is one of many ways to be connected. Knowing how tired you are and what your pain levels are need to be recognized also. In this episode I explain how you can use the […]

Ep 198 How to Stay Thin AND Healthy for the Rest of Your Life — The Body Whisperer

Being in tune to your hunger is one of the first ways of being connected to your physical body. But this is one of many ways to be connected. Knowing how tired you are and what your pain levels are need to be recognized also. In this episode I explain how you can use the […]

Ep 197 Start NOW with These 2 Simple Steps

Sometimes, when you’re trying to make a change, you make it more difficult than it needs to be. Try these two simple steps to change your relationship with food. And… commit to doing them, no matter what. Change happens in small steps. Sometimes small steps lead to the next step. The journey does start with […]

Ep 196 Life After Working With Dr Deb: Interview with Gyata

I know you have heard many of my clients’ life changing interviews when they finish my program. In this new year I want to share how they have applied my tools when they go back to their lives without me. In this interview, Gyata shares her experience since we last spoke over a year ago. […]

Ep 195 How to Control Your Cravings

Today’s episode dives into what a craving is and isn’t. I have many clients who say they had cravings for something crunchy or something sweet. A craving is a negative emotion on the emotional hunger scale. Listen in as talk about when to an honor a craving and when to recognize it’s not serving you […]

Ep 194 Faith and Joy — The Gifts that Keep Giving

In this episode I give you some gifts to think about. How can you create more faith and more joy in your life? Please take what you want from the following blogs on joy and faith. Use them to direct your mind when it needs to be redirected. I recently copied someone’s Facebook post about […]

Ep 194 Faith and Joy — The Gifts that Keep Giving

In this episode I give you some gifts to think about. How can you create more faith and more joy in your life? Please take what you want from the following blogs on joy and faith. Use them to direct your mind when it needs to be redirected. I recently copied someone’s Facebook post about […]

Ep 193: Using Empowering Thoughts to Keep Your Progress During the Holiday Season

People who are trying to lose weight use the holidays as an excuse to go back to their unhealthy routines. After all, it’s just for a day! But this way of thinking can hurt the progress you’ve made on your journey to weight loss and mindfulness. Remember: empowering thoughts, eating right, and living healthy are […]

Ep 192 December Project: YOU!

This is the season where most women put themselves LAST. Until now. Enjoy the show! To get your free copy of the Thinner Peace in Menopause and Beyond Podcast Companion please go to https://drdebbutler.com/change. This will make it even easier to follow along with me on future podcasts. If you like what I’m talking but […]

Ep 191 Your Past Does Not Define You – Coaching Session with Sara

I know sometimes you THINK you just want to eat something sweet. Or, you THINK you want to join everyone else with wine. Or, well, you name it… There are so many ways we indulge, thinking we’re being kind to ourselves. In this episode I coach Sara on just this topic. BUT, what I’m actually […]

Ep 191 Your Past Does Not Define You – Coaching Session with Sara

I know sometimes you THINK you just want to eat something sweet. Or, you THINK you want to join everyone else with wine. Or, well, you name it… There are so many ways we indulge, thinking we’re being kind to ourselves. In this episode I coach Sara on just this topic. BUT, what I’m actually […]

Ep 190 The ONE Thing You May Not Know That Can Make All the Difference

Most of my clients start paying attention to their hunger when we first start working together. But hunger isn’t the only involuntary sensation that runs in your body. Sleep is too. Do you listen to your body when it’s tired? Or do you try to push through to exhaustion? And… then fall into bed at […]

Ep 189: How to Improve Your Mindfulness Quotient During the Holidays

Thanksgiving season is near, and with it comes a lot of food and time spent with the family. I am excited and grateful for it. How about you? How does this holiday make you feel? Are you excited about the feasts you will be having? Do you think you can still practice mindfulness during holidays? […]

Ep 188: How to Develop Your MQ (Mindfulness Quotient) 

The holidays are just around the corner! Before you dive into this food-filled season, let’s get to know your MQ or your mindfulness quotient. With all the feasts and parties, you’ll surely need to develop your mindfulness intelligence to overcome weight gain, which you’re probably dreading as early as now. Your MQ can guide you […]

Ep 188: How to Develop Your MQ (Mindfulness Quotient)Â

The holidays are just around the corner! Before you dive into this food-filled season, let’s get to know your MQ or your mindfulness quotient. With all the feasts and parties, you’ll surely need to develop your mindfulness intelligence to overcome weight gain, which you’re probably dreading as early as now. Your MQ can guide you […]

Ep 188: How to Develop Your MQ (Mindfulness Quotient)Â

The holidays are just around the corner! Before you dive into this food-filled season, let’s get to know your MQ or your mindfulness quotient. With all the feasts and parties, you’ll surely need to develop your mindfulness intelligence to overcome weight gain, which you’re probably dreading as early as now. Your MQ can guide you […]

Ep 187: Lose the Weight, Feel Your Feelings & Find Your Amazing with Christina

What’s your idea of being amazing? Many would think it entails being a business tycoon, a celebrity, or an athlete. While these people are admirable, there are simple ways to own your power. One of those is finding peace with food, and my weight loss coaching can help you find that peace. In this episode, […]

Ep 187: Lose the Weight, Feel Your Feelings & Find Your Amazing with Christina

What’s your idea of being amazing? Many would think it entails being a business tycoon, a celebrity, or an athlete. While these people are admirable, there are simple ways to own your power. One of those is finding peace with food, and my weight loss coaching can help you find that peace. In this episode, […]

Ep 186 The Art of a Joy Eat

Do you think there are women who can eat whatever they want? And… you’re just not one of them? I am one of those women who can eat whatever they want. Do you know why? Because I choose to think that I can. That doesn’t mean you go around eating potato chips all day long. […]

Ep 185: The Scale is Just a Circumstance

Have you decided to stop weighing yourself even though you’re trying to lose weight? Like many people, you probably loathe checking the weighing scale. The number on it can easily make or break your day. But the thing many of us don’t realize is the number on that scale is merely a fact—a circumstance. How […]

Ep 184: Why This Is the Last Time You Will Lose Weight with Bridget

The cycle of losing and gaining weight is stressful. It’s like spiraling into madness and self-loathing over and over again. You can stop this destructive cycle and choose to live a different life without constantly worrying about how to lose weight. The journey will be challenging, but it would all be worth it. Soon, you’ll […]

Ep 183 The ONLY Solution to Permanent Weight Loss

Did you know that when you talk to yourself, you are thinking? Have you ever paid close attention to what you’re saying? Well… in my experience it’s never nice. How would you know if it’s not very nice? By how you feel in your body. If you want to feel better, losing all the weight […]

Ep 182 How to Start Using a Thinner Peace Mindset

Do you ever wonder why weight and food is such a hot topic for women? I have. There is so much shame and hopelessness for women of all ages. All of the women I talk to feel so much negative emotion that it’s hard to charge their relationship with food. Because they’re using food to […]

Ep 181 The Power of Self-Kindness to Lose the Weight and Keep it Off

Do you believe that people who lose weight will gain it back? If you do, then it will be very hard to keep the weight off. Because, you will be creating fear inside of you on a regular basis. And fear never leads to powerful action. In this episode I coach Lauren who had this […]

Ep 180 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don’t Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 180 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don't Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 180 You Are Not Wasting Food When You Don't Clean Your Plate

Today’s episode is all about wasting food and what you think about that. Because how you think about about wasting food will determine how you treat your body. If you think you must always eat the food on your plate, your weight will probably always be a problem. I share with you an incident with […]

Ep 179 Releasing the True Burden of Your Weight – Interview with Stephanie

Everyone who hires me wants to lose weight more than anything! They think they will feel so much better when they lose the weight. What they really is want to feel better, a LOT better. They think their weight is the reason they don’t feel good about themselves. There is a huge burden that they […]

Ep 179 Releasing the True Burden of Your Weight – Interview with Stephanie

Everyone who hires me wants to lose weight more than anything! They think they will feel so much better when they lose the weight. What they really is want to feel better, a LOT better. They think their weight is the reason they don’t feel good about themselves. There is a huge burden that they […]

Ep 178 Your Past Does Not Define You – Coaching Session with Sara

I know sometimes you THINK you just want to eat something sweet. Or, you THINK you want to join everyone else with wine. Or, well, you name it… There are so many ways we indulge, thinking we’re being kind to ourselves. In this episode I coach Sara on just this topic. BUT, what I’m actually […]

Ep 178 Your Past Does Not Define You – Coaching Session with Sara

I know sometimes you THINK you just want to eat something sweet. Or, you THINK you want to join everyone else with wine. Or, well, you name it… There are so many ways we indulge, thinking we’re being kind to ourselves. In this episode I coach Sara on just this topic. BUT, what I’m actually […]

Ep 177: How to Think Daily Like You’re on Vacation

Do you often dream about escaping your daily grind to go on vacation because you are tired and you want to feel happy? Many of us do. When we’re on vacation we feel freer, happier, and lighter. But did you know that you can create and have those positive emotions at home, even when you’re […]

Ep 177: How to Think Daily Like You're on Vacation

Do you often dream about escaping your daily grind to go on vacation because you are tired and you want to feel happy? Many of us do. When we’re on vacation we feel freer, happier, and lighter. But did you know that you can create and have those positive emotions at home, even when you’re […]

Ep 177: How to Think Daily Like You're on Vacation

Do you often dream about escaping your daily grind to go on vacation because you are tired and you want to feel happy? Many of us do. When we’re on vacation we feel freer, happier, and lighter. But did you know that you can create and have those positive emotions at home, even when you’re […]

Ep 176 How to Start Where You Are Now

In this episode I address how to start no matter where you are in the journey of awareness and weight loss. Most people when starting something new want to wait for that perfect moment. But really the perfect moment is right here, right now. If you want to feel better immediately, just start with one […]

Ep 175 How to Create a Joy-Filled Life by Stopping Night Time Eating. Interview with Carol

Have you ever wondered what my most successful clients sound like before they start working with me? Well… wonder no more. In this episode I coach one of my most beloved clients talk about how her life has become joy filled, since she started working with me. She stopped roaming the kitchen at night and […]

Ep 174 How to Stop Night Time Eating – Live Coaching Session

Do you ever wonder why you like to eat more at night than at any other time during the day? Do you believe you can’t control yourself at this time? In this episode I coach a podcast listener on a letter she wrote to me. If you’ve ever wondered why and how to stop this […]

Ep 174 How to Stop Night Time Eating – Live Coaching Session

Do you ever wonder why you like to eat more at night than at any other time during the day? Do you believe you can’t control yourself at this time? In this episode I coach a podcast listener on a letter she wrote to me. If you’ve ever wondered why and how to stop this […]

Ep 173: How to Take Your Power Back! Interview with Paula

Lots of things in our lives can bring us down. Sometimes the solutions we use only make us feel worse, such as eating away your emotions or working yourself to the bone. But sometimes, the answer lies in our perspective. Take back the power you’re giving away, and take control of your life once more. […]

Ep 172: Disappointment Is Not a Food Group

It’s hard to stop eating a delicious meal even when you feel full. Once you stop, there’s a feeling of disappointment because you can’t eat to your heart’s content. But that wanting is all in your mind. You have to learn how to recognize these thoughts early on so that by the time your body […]

Ep 171 Creating the Mindset of ThINNER Peace in Menopause

In this episode I give you a very specific tool to help you learn to master your mindset, and become aware of what you’re thinking. Thinner peace isn’t just about food, it’s about everything in your life, your relationships, your job, your home, the weather – everything! Most of my clients have become thin many […]

Ep 170 You Are Not a Mess! Live Coaching Session with Berta

I received this letter from a listener. She was brave enough to be coached. Relief truly is a thought away! This was her letter to me: I began to hear your podcast and it literally changed my life. I live in The Republic of Panama and a friend from Utah told me about your podcast […]

Ep 169: How Self-Kindness Helps You Come Back to Your Best

Do you ever think you should be farther along than you are? Consider giving yourself some self-kindness. More often than not, it’s easier to be kind and compassionate to others than ourselves. However, being kind and compassionate to yourself is just as important. These two things are crucial to help you come back to what […]

Ep 168 How to Maintain a 100 Pound Weight Loss with Julie

When you’re losing or have lost all your weight, do you fear that you might gain it back? That you might go back to your old ways? Or that you’ve used so much willpower that you can’t wait to have your favorite treat again? Did you know that managing your thinking about how to maintain […]

Ep 167: Why Self-Care Is Not an Indulgence

People are throwing around the term “self-care” carelessly nowadays. We often associate it with facial treatments, spa appointments, and other relaxing activities to do after a hard day’s work. But here’s the truth: Self-care doesn’t mean being self-indulgent. Self-care is a discipline, and can actually be kind of boring. Regardless, you do it because you […]

Ep 166: The #1 Reason Why Eating Food Just for Fun Is No Fun!

Our mindset and thoughts affect how and what we eat. Many of us are used to giving ourselves excessive non-nutritious food as a treat from our daily lives. We associate eating junk food even when we’re not hungry as a fun pastime, without keeping in mind the long-term effects of these actions on our confidence, […]

Ep 165: How to Make Your Weight Loss Last with Samantha

We understand that we have to study and work hard to achieve anything in life. Whether we are building a business or obtaining academic degrees, success requires taking concrete steps and investing our time and effort. Unfortunately, we tend to forget that the same hard work applies when we want to change our unhealthy relationship […]

Ep 164 Menopositivity

In this episode, I create a brand new transition called MENOPOSITIVITY instead of menopause. I work with a lot of women who are angry at their bodies as they go through menopause. One of the things I always ask them is, “What might be good about it? What’s the positive side of this most natural […]

Ep 163 Take the Power Away from Food

Do you tell yourself how much you LOVE sugar? Did you know that just by thinking that thought you will want to eat a lot of sugar? Just to prove that it’s true? Listen in as I coach a podcast listener on these thoughts and more. You will find that she’s thinking her thoughts are […]

Ep 162 Change Your Body by Being KIND!

In this episode I go over the physiological effect of being kind to yourself, and self-compassion versus self-criticism, since we’re all looking to feel better, more peaceful and calm. All we really have to do is learn how to soothe ourselves and we will create powerful hormones such as oxytocin that will help us. It […]

Ep 161 How to Find Joy in All the Right Places!

Do you say to yourself and others how much you LOVE food? Do you get all excited when you see it? Do you call yourself a foodie? Does the thought of not eating something that you LOVE make you feel deprived? Then you must listen to this interview with Sabra, as she takes you through […]

Ep 160: Finding Your Life’s Purpose Through Menopause

If menopause was the best thing that had happened to you to help you get the results you want in your life, what would you do? Often, women think menopause is an ending. However, menopause can be the best part of your life. It can help you transform and live the life you’ve always wanted. […]

Ep 160: Finding Your Life's Purpose Through Menopause

If menopause was the best thing that had happened to you to help you get the results you want in your life, what would you do? Often, women think menopause is an ending. However, menopause can be the best part of your life. It can help you transform and live the life you’ve always wanted. […]

Ep 160: Finding Your Life's Purpose Through Menopause

If menopause was the best thing that had happened to you to help you get the results you want in your life, what would you do? Often, women think menopause is an ending. However, menopause can be the best part of your life. It can help you transform and live the life you’ve always wanted. […]

Ep 159 Stop Yo-Yo Dieting

In this episode I discuss what massive action is and why it’s so important permanent weight loss. It’s not something we think about often, because our brains just run around with the same “failing thoughts.” Failure is necessary to your own success. It also necessary to stop doing the things that don’t work, so you […]

Ep 158 Transformation — This Could be You Too

Do you feel desperate? Do you think you’ll never be able to lose weight forever? In this interview with LaDonne, that is where she was when we first started working together. By using my tools, podcast and coaching she went through a transformation. This is possible! If you think or feel like LaDonne, then you […]

Ep 158 Transformation — This Could be You Too

Do you feel desperate? Do you think you’ll never be able to lose weight forever? In this interview with LaDonne, that is where she was when we first started working together. By using my tools, podcast and coaching she went through a transformation. This is possible! If you think or feel like LaDonne, then you […]

Ep 157: How to Manage Your Weight During Menopause

Losing weight during menopause is frustrating. It doesn’t matter if you live in the gym or you starve yourself—the number on the scale just won’t go down. You might hate yourself for the lack of progress. But the good news is you can learn how to lose weight during menopause if you understand that it […]

Ep 156 The Key to Everything

You know what to eat and yet you eat otherwise. Do you ever wonder why? Do you ever think that if your partner would change you would be happier? Do you believe losing weight will make you happier? Or making more money will make you happier? I want to show you that your happiness doesn’t […]

Ep 155: How to Stop Overeating & Overworking with Janet

There is time for everything, including the time to take care of yourself. We often forget to take care of ourselves because we don’t feel worthy of it. Instead, we push it away and end up doing other things like overeating and overworking. These are unhealthy habits that may lead to more stress, self-esteem issues, […]

Ep 155: How to Stop Overeating & Overworking with Janet

There is time for everything, including the time to take care of yourself. We often forget to take care of ourselves because we don’t feel worthy of it. Instead, we push it away and end up doing other things like overeating and overworking. These are unhealthy habits that may lead to more stress, self-esteem issues, […]

Ep 154 Self-Care — It’s Not What You THINK

Most women think of self-care as getting massages and pedicures, etc. But self-care is more what you think than what you do. And what you think is how you talk to yourself. How do you talk to yourself on a regular basis? You will know the answer to this by how you feel most of […]

Ep 154 Self-Care — It's Not What You THINK

Most women think of self-care as getting massages and pedicures, etc. But self-care is more what you think than what you do. And what you think is how you talk to yourself. How do you talk to yourself on a regular basis? You will know the answer to this by how you feel most of […]

Ep 154 Self-Care — It's Not What You THINK

Most women think of self-care as getting massages and pedicures, etc. But self-care is more what you think than what you do. And what you think is how you talk to yourself. How do you talk to yourself on a regular basis? You will know the answer to this by how you feel most of […]

Ep 153 How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself