Concierge Weight Loss

Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach
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Trusted Advice for Simple, Sustainable Weight Loss—No More Diet Drama If you’ve been told what to do to lose weight—but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like nothing ever sticks—you’re not alone. The Concierge Weight Loss Podcast is for busy women who want to lose weight in a way that feels doable, supportive, and realistic—without strict diets, food rules, or starting over every Monday. Hosted by Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach, this podcast helps you: -Build simple, sustainable habits that fit real life -Understand emotional eating, cravings, and food chatter -Lose weight with or without medication—without shame -Let go of all-or-nothing thinking and diet burnout -Create consistency, confidence, and self-trust around food Each episode blends real-life stories, practical coaching tools, and mindset shifts so weight loss feels calmer, clearer, and sustainable—not stressful or restrictive. Whether you’ve been medically advised to lose weight, are using or considering weight loss medication, or are simply tired of trying to “do it right,” this podcast will help you stop overthinking food and start making progress in a way that actually lasts. 🎙️ New episodes weekly 💛 Start with the free webinar or book a Personalized Solutions Call at www.coachingkara.com

  1. 4H AGO

    226. Emotional Needs vs. Eating Needs

    If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I’m hungry all the time,” or wondering why you want to eat even after you’ve already eaten, this episode is for you. Emotional eating isn’t a flaw. It’s information. In this episode, Kara breaks down why so many women struggle to tell the difference between physical hunger and emotional needs — and why that confusion makes complete sense after years of dieting, restriction, and pushing through. For many women, food becomes the only pause they allow themselves. The only comfort. The only permission to stop. When eating is both the “problem” and the solution to stress, exhaustion, and overwhelm, everything starts to feel like hunger. That doesn’t mean your body is broken — it means it’s trying to protect you. You’ll learn why your body ramps up urges when needs go unmet, how dieting teaches you to ignore hunger until it screams, and why responding at the whisper of hunger creates safety instead of chaos. This episode will help you understand: Why emotional eating makes sense — and why it isn’t a failure The difference between eating needs and emotional needs How ignoring hunger makes urges louder, not quieter Why your body escalates cravings to protect you How eating earlier builds trust and calms urgency Why food doesn’t need to disappear to lose its power How expanding your “toolbox” makes weight loss sustainable When you stop fighting your body and start listening to it, weight loss becomes calmer — not something you have to survive.

    10 min

  2. FEB 6

    225. Becoming the Person Who Keeps Promises to Herself

    Why self-trust—not motivation—is the foundation of sustainable weight loss Confidence and self-trust aren’t personality traits reserved for “put-together” people. They’re basic human needs — and when we don’t feel them, everything feels harder than it should. In this episode, Kara explains how self-trust gets broken through dieting, emotional promises, and self-criticism — and why motivation and willpower don’t fix it. You’ll learn how rebuilding trust through small, honest promises creates consistency, safety, and sustainable weight loss without punishment. This episode explores: Why broken promises quietly erode self-trust How motivation and willpower make things louder, not safer Why weight loss feels harder when trust is missing How small, doable promises build confidence and momentum What it means to feel safe while losing weight Why identity change—not forcing habits—creates lasting results If weight loss has felt exhausting, confusing, or emotionally heavy, this episode will help you understand why — and what actually moves things forward. #self trust, #confidence, #sustainable weight loss, #emotional eating, #identity based habits, #dieting mindset, #weight loss support, #habit building

    7 min

  3. JAN 30

    224. Building Momentum When Motivation Drops

    Building Momentum When Motivation Drops Why Consistency Has Nothing to Do With Excitement Motivation fades — and that doesn’t mean weight loss is failing. In this episode, Kara explains why momentum is quiet, how self-respect builds consistency, and what to focus on when motivation drops and quitting feels close. Why motivation isn’t required for consistency How punishment blocks progress What momentum actually feels like How to keep going without pressure Reflection Questions: What do I expect motivation to feel like? Where have I mistaken boredom for failure? What small action supports me today? CTA: Watch the free webinar or book a free clarity call: 👉 www.coachingkara.com/signup

    3 min

  4. JAN 23

    223. Creating a Plan You Can Actually Stick To

    Creating a Plan You Can Actually Stick To Why Rigid Plans Fail — and Flexible Ones Work If planning feels restrictive or overwhelming, this episode explains why — and how to create plans that support real life instead of collapsing. Many women avoid planning because it feels restrictive or emotionally loaded. In this episode, Kara explains why rigid plans fail, how fear of disappointment fuels avoidance, and how to create flexible plans that actually support consistency. Key Takeaways: Why planning feels like pressure The difference between rigid and supportive plans How flexibility builds trust Why planning should reduce decision fatigue Reflection Questions: What has made planning feel hard in the past? Where do I fear “failing the plan”? What would a supportive plan look like this week? CTA: Watch the free webinar: 👉 www.coachingkara.com/signup

    2 min

  5. JAN 16

    222. Hunger Awareness 101

    Hunger Awareness 101 Why Hunger Feels Confusing — and How to Rebuild Trust Hunger doesn’t start as an emergency. Learn why hunger feels confusing after dieting — and how to notice early cues without fear or guilt. Episode Summary: Hunger often feels confusing or scary after years of dieting. In this episode, Kara explains why hunger cues go quiet, how restriction creates urgency, and how to rebuild trust with your body without rules or pressure. Key Takeaways: Why hunger feels loud after restriction How dieting disconnects you from early hunger cues The difference between hunger and permission How awareness builds trust Reflection Questions: When did hunger show up today? What happens when I wait too long to eat? Where do I still fear hunger? CTA: Watch the free webinar: 👉 www.coachingkara.com/signup

    3 min

  6. JAN 9

    221. The Real Reason Habits Fail and What Works Instead

    The Real Reason Habits Fail Why Consistency Has Nothing to Do With Motivation Habits don’t fail because you’re lazy. Learn why self-criticism breaks consistency — and how to make habits lighter and more sustainable.   In this episode, Kara explains why habits don’t fail due to lack of discipline or motivation. You’ll learn how self-criticism, pressure, and unrealistic expectations make habits feel heavy — and how consistency comes from ease, not effort. If you're tired of dieting and just want weight loss to finally feel calmer, clearer, and doable, I created a free webinar for you: Everything Your Doctor Wants You to Know About Losing Weight (So It Finally Feels Doable) Free Webinar Link: https://www.coachingkara.com/signup

    3 min

  7. JAN 2

    220. Starting Fresh Without Starting Over

    January often brings pressure instead of hope — especially for women who feel like they’ve “started over” too many times. In this episode, Kara reframes January as a time to rebuild self-trust, not reset your life. You’ll learn why restarts break confidence, how unspoken needs show up through food, and how to move forward without extremes. Key Takeaways: Why starting over chips away at self-trust The connection between voice, food, and self-care How to begin January with experience, not pressure Why small promises matter more than motivation Reflection Questions: What did I learn about myself last year? Where have I been too hard on myself? What’s one small promise I can keep this week? If you want weight loss to feel calmer and more doable, watch the free webinar: 👉 www.coachingkara.com/signup

    6 min

  8. 12/26/2025

    219. Building Momentum for January (Without Overwhelm)

    Start January without the pressure. Learn how emotional + habit momentum helps you begin the new year with confidence and consistency. Learn how to build momentum for the new year using emotional + habit-based strategies that actually work.No pressure. No perfection. Just simple confidence-building steps. You’ll Learn: Why motivation isn’t the answer• The emotional reset that builds confidence• Tiny “momentum builder” habits• Common “momentum drainers” to avoid• The First 5 Days Rule• Why readiness isn’t required Reflection Questions: What’s one habit that builds momentum for me? What drains my momentum? What small win will I guarantee in my first 5 days? Join the Webinar: www.coachingkara.com/signup

    3 min
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Trusted Advice for Simple, Sustainable Weight Loss—No More Diet Drama If you’ve been told what to do to lose weight—but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like nothing ever sticks—you’re not alone. The Concierge Weight Loss Podcast is for busy women who want to lose weight in a way that feels doable, supportive, and realistic—without strict diets, food rules, or starting over every Monday. Hosted by Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach, this podcast helps you: -Build simple, sustainable habits that fit real life -Understand emotional eating, cravings, and food chatter -Lose weight with or without medication—without shame -Let go of all-or-nothing thinking and diet burnout -Create consistency, confidence, and self-trust around food Each episode blends real-life stories, practical coaching tools, and mindset shifts so weight loss feels calmer, clearer, and sustainable—not stressful or restrictive. Whether you’ve been medically advised to lose weight, are using or considering weight loss medication, or are simply tired of trying to “do it right,” this podcast will help you stop overthinking food and start making progress in a way that actually lasts. 🎙️ New episodes weekly 💛 Start with the free webinar or book a Personalized Solutions Call at www.coachingkara.com

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  • Creator
    Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    226
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
      ©Coaching Kara, LLC
  • Show Website
    Concierge Weight Loss