Outsmart Overeating

Leslie Hooper
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You know exactly what to do. You've read the books, created the meal plans, promised yourself tomorrow would be different. But you're burned out—running a career, a household, everyone else's needs but your own—and somewhere along the way, food stopped being something that adds to your life and became something that runs it. I'm Leslie Hooper, and on Outsmart Overeating, my co-host Steph Miramontes and I go straight to the psychology... not another hack, not another dead-end diet, but the actual psychological reasons that are keeping you stuck.

  1. 4d ago

    EPISODE 123: Why You Rebel Against Your Own Food Rules (And How to Stop)

    Here's why you keep "falling off" your diet by Thursday, even though Monday-you had the best intentions.   Dieters often want to blame their lack of willpower, discipline or for being weak, but it has nothing to do with that. It's a psychological problem.   In this episode, Coach Steph and I break down the four ways your brain rebels against restriction, and why the stricter your rules, the harder you crash. If you've ever cleared out the pantry after a "bad" weekend, you need to hear this.   We're covering:   The Monday-Thursday split: why the version of you who made the rules isn't the version who has to follow them The pink elephant problem: why banning a food guarantees you'll obsess over it The rebellious teenager response: why your brain fights back the second something feels off-limits The exhale effect: why "blowing it" isn't a lack of control, it's relief from mental exhaustion   And we don't just leave you with the why. You'll walk away with two shifts you can start using today: how to trade rigid rules for real reasons, and how to give yourself permission without becoming permissive.   If you're smart, disciplined, and still can't crack this one thing, this episode is for you.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    35 min

  2. Jun 30

    EPISODE 122: She Lost 50 Lbs and Started Binge Eating. Will a GLP-1 Help?

    A woman on Reddit is down 50 pounds, going through a brutal breakup, and spiraling into emotional binge eating. She wants to know if GLP-1s will fix it.   Coach Steph and I give her an honest, judgment-free answer and it's probably not what she's expecting.   Here's what we get into:   Why emotional eating and binge eating aren't two separate problems (and what's actually driving the behavior) What GLP-1s actually do and why they're the wrong tool for this specific situation Why "time heals all wounds" is a lie your nervous system doesn't believe The real reason food becomes your go-to during heartbreak, grief, and life upheaval What emotional regulation actually looks like and the skill set that changes everything   This episode isn't about shaming anyone for reaching for a quick fix. It's about understanding why the quick fix won't work and what will.   If you've ever found yourself eating when you're not even hungry, this one's for you.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    23 min

  3. Jun 23

    EPISODE 121: The 3 Types of Overeating (And Why They Each Require a Different Solution)

    You can't solve a problem you haven't correctly identified.   That's exactly why so many smart, successful women stay stuck in the cycle of overeating, guilt, and starting over on Monday. They're trying to fix the behavior without understanding what's actually driving it.   In this episode, Coach Steph and I break down the three most common overeating patterns we see in women: emotional eating, binge eating, and habitual overeating. Because while they can look similar on the surface, they're very different problems—and each requires a different solution.   We'll help you identify what's really happening when you overeat so you can stop blaming your willpower and start making changes that actually last.   In this episode, you'll learn: The key differences between emotional eating, binge eating, and habitual overeating Why so many women mistakenly label every overeat as a binge The hidden role dieting and restriction play in binge eating How everyday habits can lead to weight gain without you realizing it Questions to ask yourself when you're eating outside of hunger Practical first steps you can start using today to interrupt overeating patterns   If you've spent years calorie counting, starting over on Monday, and wondering why food feels harder for you than everyone else, this episode will help you understand what's actually happening and what to do about it.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    34 min

  4. Jun 16

    EPISODE 120: If You Need Motivation to Lose Weight, You're Doing It Wrong (Do This Instead)

    Most people don't struggle with weight loss because they lack discipline. They struggle because they're chasing the wrong fuel: external validation.   In this episode, Steph and I break down why motivation built on compliments, scale drops, and "wow you look amazing" energy eventually collapses and what actually keeps you consistent when that attention disappears.   Because it will disappear. The scale stalls. People stop noticing. Life moves on. And suddenly you're left asking: "Do I even want this anymore if nobody's clapping?"   Here's what we get into and what you can start applying today:   Why external validation (compliments, scale loss, deadlines) works… until it doesn't The real reason motivation fades (and it's not laziness) How to build intrinsic motivation that actually lasts Why "boring" habits (like eating without distraction) are where real change is built The difference between outcome goals and identity-based process goals How to create your own internal reward system so you're not dependent on the scale A simple exercise to reconnect to your deeper "why" in under 10 minutes   If you're tired of starting over every Monday, this episode will help you stop relying on hype and start building something you can actually sustain.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    30 min

  5. Jun 9

    EPISODE 119: Want to Lose Weight Without Tracking? Start Getting Hungry

    If you've spent years trying to avoid hunger, this episode might completely change the way you think about weight loss.   Today, Coach Steph and I are breaking down one of the most powerful fat-loss habits we teach our clients: hunger-directed eating.   Not starvation. Not intermittent fasting. Not white-knuckling your way through cravings.   We're talking about reconnecting with your body's natural signals so you can lose weight without counting calories, tracking macros, or following endless food rules.   If you're constantly wondering why you feel out of control around food, why weight loss feels so hard, or why you keep ending up back on another diet, this conversation will help you understand what's really going on.   In this episode, you'll learn:   • Why hunger isn't an emergency (and why dieting taught you to fear it) • The difference between physical hunger and "mind hunger" • The biggest reasons you may not be feeling hunger at all • How snacking, caffeine, and nighttime eating can disrupt hunger cues • A simple step-by-step process to start rebuilding trust with your body • The 15-minute hunger experiment you can start today   Plus, I leave you with a challenge that can immediately change your relationship with food and make weight loss feel a whole lot simpler.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    31 min

  6. Jun 2

    EPISODE 118: Dieting Made You a Binge Eater (Here's the Proof)

    You think the answer is keeping "trigger foods" out of the house. But what if that strategy is actually making overeating worse?   In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack a Reddit post about keeping junk food in the house to prevent binge eating and the comment section tells the real story. If you've ever felt like you can't trust yourself around cereal, chips, ice cream, or sweets, this conversation will help you understand why.   We break down how years of dieting, food rules, and restriction create food obsession, intense cravings, and the feeling of being out of control around certain foods. More importantly, we share how to start changing that relationship so food stops taking up so much mental space.   In this episode, you'll learn:   Why keeping certain foods out of the house often backfires How dieting creates food noise and obsessive thoughts The hidden link between scarcity, restriction, and binge eating Why "good" and "bad" food labels fuel overeating What an abundance mindset actually looks like in real life The simple practice we use with clients to reduce binge urges How to start building trust around food without relying on willpower   If you're tired of feeling powerless around food and ready for a practical, sustainable way forward, this episode and our FREE Curb the Urge Toolkit will help you get started today.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    37 min

  7. May 26

    EPISODE 117: Beyond the Scale: How to Measure Progress That Predicts Permanent Weight Loss

    You're doing everything "right"... so why does it still feel so hard?   A woman posted on Reddit about losing 15 pounds in five months using a sustainable approach. She's not restricting like crazy, she's playing the long game... and she's still miserable.    In this episode, Coach Steph and I dig into why doing it the healthy way can feel so frustrating and what to actually do about it.   Here's what we cover:   Why slow progress isn't a problem. It's actually the fastest route to results that last The identity shift nobody talks about. You're not just losing weight, you're becoming a different person How to measure a healthy relationship with food (hint: it's not the scale) Why your brain is fighting you and how to work with it instead of against it The mindset reframe that makes the hard days easier to push through   If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still can't figure out why it feels like a grind, this episode is going to hit close to home.   Give it a listen. You'll walk away with a completely different perspective and a few things you can start doing today.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    27 min

  8. May 19

    EPISODE 116: BBQs, Buffets, and Open Bars: Why You Can't Stop Grazing (Even Though You're Not Hungry)

    We're SUPER-DUPER EXCITED to announce our brand-spankin' new mini-course, Your Summer Grill & Chill Playbook!    If you can eat "normally" during the week but completely lose control around food at summer BBQs, vacations, weddings, beach days, boating trips, or parties... this episode is for you.   Because the problem isn't a lack of discipline.   In this conversation, Steph and I unpack why summer social events feel so hard for chronic dieters and why it's so easy to go from feeling in control to grazing, overeating, and spiraling into guilt by the end of the weekend.   We break down the hidden psychology behind social eating, including food noise, people-pleasing, mindless grazing, and all-or-nothing thinking that keeps you stuck in the "start over Monday" cycle.   Most importantly, we're giving you practical tools you can start using immediately so you can enjoy summer without obsessing over food.   In this episode, we cover:   Why summer events trigger overeating so easily The surprising reason grazing keeps you stuck Why dieting increases food obsession at parties and vacations The mindset shift that helps you stop eating without feeling deprived Simple strategies to feel calm and in control around food all summer long   ... and so much more! Tune in now.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.      If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type

    52 min
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You know exactly what to do. You've read the books, created the meal plans, promised yourself tomorrow would be different. But you're burned out—running a career, a household, everyone else's needs but your own—and somewhere along the way, food stopped being something that adds to your life and became something that runs it. I'm Leslie Hooper, and on Outsmart Overeating, my co-host Steph Miramontes and I go straight to the psychology... not another hack, not another dead-end diet, but the actual psychological reasons that are keeping you stuck.

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  • Creator
    Leslie Hooper
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    367
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Outsmart Overeating

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