Thin Thinking Podcast

Rita Black
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The Thin Thinking podcast is where you will learn how to remove the mental roadblocks that keep you struggling with weight. You'll get the thin thinking tools, skills, and insights to help you develop the mindset you need to not only achieve your ideal weight, but stay there long term and live your best life.

  1. 1D AGO

    EP 274: Night Eating, Part 1: Break the Evening Craving Cycle

    Why does the kitchen suddenly start calling my name the moment the sun goes down? In this first episode of a special two-part series, I'm diving into the real reasons nighttime eating can feel so difficult to change — and why it has far less to do with willpower than most people think. I explore how decision fatigue, emotional exhaustion, reward-seeking, and deeply ingrained habit loops all work together to make nighttime eating feel automatic. When we understand how the brain is wired, we can stop blaming ourselves and start approaching these patterns with compassion and strategy instead. I also share a powerful reframe that has helped so many people in my community: your evenings are not a problem to fix — they're a project to redesign. One rooted in self-care, self-respect, and learning how to support yourself in a different way. Whether you find yourself snacking before dinner, grazing afterward, or standing in the pantry late at night wondering how you ended up there again, this episode will help you better understand what's really going on beneath the surface — and how to begin creating lasting change. Come on in.   FREE 5-Part Night Eating Mini-Series with Hypnosis & Coaching   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why willpower runs out by evening — and what to do about it. How your morning mindset is your most powerful tool against night eating. Why "just stop doing it" never works, and what actually does.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    35 min

  2. MAY 19

    EP 273: Party Prep for Weight Loss: Stay in Control While Still Having Fun

    Why is it so much harder to stay on track around food when we're with other people? ​In this episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast,​ Rita Black dives into the psychology of social eating, why we tend to overeat and overdrink at parties and gatherings, and how preparation—not willpower—is the real key to staying grounded around food. Together, Rita and Wendy unpack the "retirement brochure fantasy," the inner critic that whispers "you should have this figured out," and the surprising parallels between retirement transitions and long-term weight mastery. Because here's the truth… Most people walk into social events hoping they'll "be good." But when you don't prepare your mind ahead of time, your brain defaults to old patterns—especially around friends, family, alcohol, desserts, and emotional triggers. That's why Rita believes that 90% of social eating success is preparation. In this episode, you'll learn how to mentally and emotionally prepare for parties, vacations, dinners, weddings, barbecues, and summer gatherings so you can enjoy yourself fully without abandoning your health goals. You don't need to sit in the corner eating lettuce while everyone else has fun. You can be social… and still feel light. ​FLASH SALE: OUR HYPNOSIS-BASED MASTER SOCIAL EATING AND DRINKING BUNDLE is 40% OFF only $97.​ Stay on track with your goals at summer social events with coaching sessions, meditation and hypnosis that helps you stay healthy with your goals but still have fun--master social eating, drinking and saboteurs that can easily take you off track. A whole new powerful skillset awaits you--get the SocialLIGHT toolkit today.   ​Don't stop the party…​ ​Become SocialLIGHT instead!​ ​Learn more here.   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why people tend to eat significantly more in social situations—and how to stop social overeating before it starts How mental preparation helps you stay calm, connected, and intentional around food and alcohol A powerful mindset shift that helps you enjoy parties and gatherings without guilt, bingeing, or losing control   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    52 min

  3. MAY 12

    EP 272: Retirement by Design: How to Quiet Your Inner Critic and Create Your Next Chapter with Wendy Leggett

    What happens after the retirement party ends?  In this insightful episode, Rita Black sits down with retirement life coach Wendy Leggett to explore the emotional and psychological side of retirement that nobody talks about. From identity shifts and purpose to mindset, structure, and connection, Wendy shares how retirement is not just a financial transition — it's a deeply personal one. Together, Rita and Wendy unpack the "retirement brochure fantasy," the inner critic that whispers "you should have this figured out," and the surprising parallels between retirement transitions and long-term weight mastery. Whether you're approaching retirement, already retired, becoming an empty nester, or entering a new life chapter, this conversation will help you rethink what it means to truly thrive in your next phase of life. Come on in!   ​Wendy Leggett's FREE series on a fulfilling retirement​ ​   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why retirement is a transition — not a finish line. The hidden emotional challenges many retirees face. How identity shifts can impact confidence and purpose.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    1h 10m

  4. MAY 5

    EP 271: Self-Mothering Your Way to Weight Mastery

    Happy Self-Mothering Day! This week we explore how self-mothering—developing your Inner Nurturer—can help you break free from the cycle of emotional eating, starting over, and self-criticism. When you learn how to support, guide, and listen to yourself instead of judging or controlling… real, sustainable change becomes possible. If you're ready to shift from self-sabotage to self-leadership—and finally create lasting weight mastery—this episode is for you. Come on in!   Self-Mothering Day Special through May 12th Special Discount on the 30-Day Hypnosis-Based Shift Weight Mastery Process ​Learn More   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why self-criticism keeps you stuck in the weight loss cycle How to use your Inner Nurturer to manage emotional eating and self-sabotage A sustainable approach to food, exercise, and mindset for long-term weight loss   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    44 min

  5. APR 28

    EP 270: Lin's GLP-1 + Mindset Journey: From Weight Release to Maintenance Without the Drug

    If you've been hearing more and more about GLP-1 medications lately… you're not alone. Whether you're currently using one, considering it, or just quietly wondering if it might be part of your journey, this week's podcast episode is a conversation you don't want to miss. I'm sitting down with Lynn, who released 70 pounds using a GLP-1 alongside the Shift Weight Mastery process. And here's what makes her story so powerful… This isn't a "the drug did it all" story. It's a story about ownership. Yes, the medication helped. But the real transformation came from: Learning how to work with her mind Rewiring her relationship with food and her body Stepping into true inner leadership Because the deeper question isn't: "Should I take a GLP-1?" It's: "How do I create a way of living and thinking that allows me to stay at my ideal weight long-term?" What's especially inspiring is that Lynn is now maintaining her weight—even after coming off the medication. She shares honestly about: The fear The mindset shifts The identity changes And what it really takes to sustain results This is a grounded, honest, and hopeful conversation about what's possible when you combine tools with mindset. Come on in!   Break Through the Subconscious Barriers that are Keeping You Struggling with Weight Join my free online weight loss masterclass with "weight release" hypnosis Enroll Here Now!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why GLP-1 medications can support weight loss—but won't create lasting change on their own. What it actually takes to maintain your weight after coming off the drug. How to shift from relying on external tools to building internal leadership and long-term control.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    1h 12m

  6. APR 21

    Ep 269: Body Love Meditation and Mantras Before Summer

    As we start moving into the warmer months, I wanted to look at something that may come up for many people in our community as the summer approaches and demands that we peel off layers of clothes that not only have kept us warm during the winter--but also kept us conveniently hidden. Maybe you've caught yourself reaching for layers, avoiding certain clothes, or dreading the moment when your body feels more "visible." Not because anything is wrong with your body—but because of the relationship you've built with it. In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, we're doing something different. Instead of waiting to love your body after it changes… We begin now. You'll be guided through a powerful practice of gratitude, visualization, and self-connection—helping you build a relationship with your body rooted in respect, not shame. Because your body isn't something to fix. It's something to partner with. And when that relationship changes… everything changes. So take a few moments for yourself—preferably in the morning, or anytime you can be still—and allow this session to support you. Come on in!   Break Through the Subconscious Barriers that are Keeping You Struggling with Weight Join my free online weight loss masterclass with "weight release" hypnosis Enroll Here Now!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How to use a simple daily body gratitude practice to shift from criticism to connection. Why loving your body now actually accelerates long-term weight release.   A powerful visualization technique to align your current body with your future self.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    25 min

  7. APR 13

    Ep 268: Want Lasting Weight Loss? Start With These 3 Decisions

    What if just 3 decisions could completely change the course of your weight journey… for good? In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm sharing the three most powerful decisions that transformed not only my journey—but the same core decisions I've seen in people who achieve true, long-term weight mastery. These aren't surface-level tips. They're the deep, internal shifts that help you: Stop starting over Step into the driver's seat of your life And finally create lasting success from the inside out Because here's the truth… Your struggle with weight doesn't start with food. And it doesn't get solved in the gym. 80% of it is mental. And when you change the way you think, lead yourself, and live your life… everything else begins to fall into place. Inside this episode, I walk you through the exact decisions that helped me break free from the cycle of "being good, falling off, and starting over again"—and how you can do the same. If you're ready to stop the cycle and start creating real, lasting change, come on in!   ENROLLING UNTIL APRIL 15TH! Semi-Annual LIVE 30-Day SPRING 2026 Shift Weight Mastery Process Use hypnosis to Shift your mindset and finally release weight for good!  Break free from the painful dieting cycle and lose weight long term. Remove the mental roadblocks that keep you struggling using my proven process. Enroll Here Now!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why the habit of "starting over tomorrow" is keeping you stuck—and how to break it for good. The powerful shift from being a follower of diets to becoming a leader of your own life. Why focusing on changing your life (not your weight) is the real key to lasting results.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    48 min

  8. APR 7

    Ep 267: Released 40 Pounds After 60: Hypnosis, Maintenance, and a Life-Changing Hike

    What happens when releasing weight doesn't just change your body… but starts opening up your whole life? In this week's podcast episode, I'm sitting down with Darlene, whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. She's released 40 pounds and has kept it off for over six months—and what's unfolding for her now goes far beyond the number on the scale. Here's what makes her story even more powerful… In her 60s, Darlene was preparing for a major hiking adventure in Chile with her partner—something she told me she never would have even imagined before beginning her weight mastery journey. We recorded this conversation just before her trip, as she was getting ready to take on the W Trek. And what stood out most wasn't just the physical transformation—it was the shift in how she sees herself. More energy. More confidence. More freedom. And a deep sense of trust in her ability to keep going. In this episode, we dive into what real transformation actually looks like beyond the scale. We talk about hypnosis, navigating maintenance, and how to build a life where you don't just hope you can stay consistent—you know you can. If you've ever wondered what's possible for you on the other side of your own journey… this conversation is for you. Tune in and join us—come on in!     Our Semi-Annual LIVE 30-Day SPRING 2026 Shift Weight Mastery Process is NOW ENROLLING! Use hypnosis to Shift your mindset and finally release weight for good!  Break free from the painful dieting cycle and lose weight long term. Remove the mental roadblocks that keep you struggling using my proven process. Enroll Here Now!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How Darlene used the "I don't start over—I just keep going" mindset to finally break decades of yo-yo dieting. The exact shift that allowed her to lose 40 pounds while still living her life (including wine, travel, and real-world eating). How visualizing a feeling (not a number on the scale) helped rewire her identity—and led her all the way to hiking Patagonia in her 60s.     Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

    53 min
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The Thin Thinking podcast is where you will learn how to remove the mental roadblocks that keep you struggling with weight. You'll get the thin thinking tools, skills, and insights to help you develop the mindset you need to not only achieve your ideal weight, but stay there long term and live your best life.

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  • Creator
    Rita Black
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    273
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shift Motivational Resources, LLC
  • Show Website
    Thin Thinking Podcast

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