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. 22H AGO

    Ep 266: Why Long-Term Weight Maintenance Starts Before You Reach Goal Weight

    If you've ever believed that once you hit your goal weight, everything just clicks into place… you're not alone. We're often taught that weight loss works like this: First you lose the weight → then you arrive at your goal → and somehow, maintenance just happens. Like the clouds part, the angels sing, and suddenly you know exactly how to live there forever. But that's not how it works. The truth is—long-term weight maintenance doesn't begin after you reach your goal weight. It begins long before you ever get there. Because there's a powerful difference between: Losing weight and Building a life where you can actually live at your ideal weight—with peace, confidence, and consistency. One is about getting the weight off. The other is about becoming the person who can truly stay there. And if you don't start building that version of you now, maintenance will always feel fragile… temporary… and hard to hold onto. In this week's episode, I'm walking you through what really needs to start happening before you hit your goal weight—so you can create long-term, permanent weight mastery (not just another cycle). Press play and 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.   Early bird discount going on now through April 3rd!  Enroll Here Now!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why weight loss and weight mastery are completely different—and the critical mindset shift you must make to actually live at your goal weight long-term. The 3 foundational elements you must start building before you hit your goal (identity, inner coach, and real-life skills) so maintenance feels natural—not fragile.   How to develop the "get back on track" muscle—the #1 skill that determines whether you keep the weight off or fall back into old patterns.   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

    49 min

  2. MAR 24

    Ep 265: The 5-Part Weight Struggle Cycle: The Subconscious Epidemic

    There's a subconscious cycle quietly running in the background for so many people that causes them to stay stuck with weight, and until you can see it, you can't break it. That's exactly what this episode is about. I'm naming the pattern, walking you through how it works, and sharing the tools that actually help you step out of it — for good. If you are frustrated because you can't get consistency with weight release this episode will reveal the surprising truth why this  is happening over and over and, better yet, how to break through.  Come on in!   Free Live Masterclass ​Break through Your Subconscious Weight Struggle Roadblocks​ ​So You Can Release Weight Confidently Long-Term​​ Join now, it's free!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… The real reason willpower and discipline keep letting you down. How to recognize the subconscious cycle that's been pulling you back without you even knowing it. Practical tools you can start using right away to begin breaking free from the pattern for good.   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

    29 min

  3. MAR 17

    Ep 264: How Hypnosis Really Works for Weight Loss (And Why It May Not Have Worked for You)

    If you've ever wondered whether hypnosis can actually help with weight loss… you're definitely not alone. A lot of people are curious about hypnosis, but they're also a little skeptical. Maybe you've even tried it before and thought, "That didn't work for me." In this week's podcast episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how hypnosis actually works when it comes to weight release and why it can be such a powerful tool for changing eating habits and behaviors. And at the end of the episode, I'll share three simple self-hypnosis techniques you can start using right away to begin working with your subconscious mind instead of fighting it. If you've ever been curious about hypnosis — or wondered why previous attempts didn't stick — this episode will give you a completely new perspective. Come on in and listen.   Free Live Masterclass ​Break through Your Subconscious Weight Struggle Roadblocks​ ​So You Can Release Weight Confidently Long-Term​​ Join now, it's free!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How hypnosis works with your subconscious mind. Why it can make behavior change feel easier instead of like constant willpower. The 3 biggest reasons hypnosis may not have worked for you in the past.   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

    27 min

  4. MAR 10

    Ep 263: How to Travel Without Overeating (My Sonoma 1500 Calories a Day Experiment)

    In early February, I took a road trip to Sebastopol in Sonoma County, California — right in the heart of wine country… cheese country… bread country. Basically the Disneyland of delicious food. And before I left, I gave myself a little challenge. Could I fully enjoy the trip — eat at restaurants, explore the local food scene, indulge in everything Sonoma has to offer — and still stay around 1,500 calories a day? In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm taking you along for the ride. I'll share exactly how I navigated road trip snacks, restaurant menus, and all that gorgeous Sonoma temptation while still staying within a reasonable calorie range — without feeling deprived or missing out on the experience. So imagine yourself stowing away in the backseat, cruising through Sonoma with me, and learning the simple strategies that make it possible to enjoy food, travel, and still stay on track. Come on in!   Free Live Masterclass ​Break through Your Subconscious Weight Struggle Roadblocks​ ​So You Can Release Weight Confidently Long-Term​​ Join now, it's free!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How to handle restaurant meals while trying to lose weight. What to do about road trip snacks. How to enjoy travel without the "I'll start over when I get home" mindset.   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 11m

  5. MAR 3

    Ep 262: How to Stop Emotional Eating Before It Starts

    If you've ever eaten not because you were physically hungry, but because you were stressed, lonely, overwhelmed, or simply done with the day — this episode is for you. Emotional eating isn't really about food. It's about wiring. When your brain learns that food equals relief, it will keep sending you there automatically, even when part of you knows that's not what you actually need. In this week's episode, I'm breaking down why this pattern repeats and, more importantly, how to step out of it. We'll talk about identity, emotional mastery, and one simple daily tool you can use to interrupt stress eating before it even begins. Because this isn't about willpower. It's about learning how to lead your mind instead of being led by it. So grab your coziest blanket, settle in, and join me for this conversation. Come on in!   THE SHIFT OUT OF EMOTIONAL EATING TOOLKIT IS HERE!! GET THE EMOTIONAL EATING TOOLKIT AT 50% OFF  USE COUPON CODE COMFORT AT CHECK OUT What if there was a resource center with coaching sessions, meditation and hypnosis to help out of emotional eating? Now there is–but time is limited–this offer will be ending! Check out more here!   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why emotional eating isn't about food or willpower, but about brain wiring — and how the relief loop between stress, dopamine, and food keeps the cycle repeating. How your identity shapes your behavior — and why shifting from "emotional eater" to someone learning emotional mastery can change the way your brain responds to stress. A simple daily self-check-in practice you can use to calm your mind, regulate emotions, and prevent stress eating before it even starts.   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

  6. FEB 24

    Ep 261: How to Improve Your Mood Naturally: Gut Health, BDNF & Biohacking

    Have you ever noticed how quickly your mood can shift… and then blamed yourself for it? Like you should just think more positively or try harder to control your mindset? In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm joined by Jenn Trepeck for a conversation that many of you will find incredibly freeing: 👉 Your mood isn't just about mindset — it's about biochemistry. Neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are literally built from the food you eat. They're influenced by your gut health and disrupted by stress, toxins, alcohol, caffeine, sugar, and even constant digital stimulation. Jenn, author of Uncomplicating Wellness, breaks down what "biohacking your mood" actually means — in a way that's practical, grounded, and refreshingly sane. If winter has left you feeling heavy, foggy, or emotionally off balance, this episode will give you real, science-backed levers you can start using right away. So put away those winter clouds… and come on in and listen!   Jenn's FREE Guide: It's not What to Eat, It's How to Eat   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… How your mood is shaped by biochemistry — including how neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin depend on the nutrients you eat and the health of your gut. The everyday factors that can disrupt emotional balance, from processed foods and alcohol to stress, toxins, sleep issues, and constant digital stimulation. Practical, science-backed ways to support better mood and brain function through nutrition, gut health, movement, sunlight, and simple lifestyle shifts.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Jenn's Supplement Guide Jenn's Book: Uncomplicating Wellness: Ditch the Rules. Quiet the Noise. Reclaim Your Life 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

    49 min

  7. FEB 17

    Ep 260: Exploring Imposter Syndrome at Your ideal Weight with Millie

    Have you ever reached a goal weight and expected to feel confident… only to feel uneasy instead? That's exactly what happened to Millie. After releasing 60 pounds and maintaining her weight for nearly a year, she's about to celebrate her first Weight Mastery anniversary. But when she first arrived at her ideal weight, something unexpected showed up — imposter syndrome. That quiet voice whispering: Who do you think you are? You've failed before. This won't last. If you've ever hit a milestone and felt more anxious than proud, you are not alone — and it has nothing to do with willpower. If you're working toward weight mastery — or learning how to live inside your success — this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. Come on in. FREE Weight Release Masterclass with Hypnosis ​How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good​ In this masterclass we will look at the 3 main subconscious barriers to losing weight long term. We will also look at the mental shifts you can make today to break through to a successful long-term weight mastery mindset. We will also be doing a weight release hypnosis session. ​PLEASE Join me–it's free!​     In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why imposter syndrome is so common after weight release. The surprising link between identity and long-term success. How to build self-trust instead of waiting for the other shoe to drop.     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

    58 min

  8. FEB 10

    Ep 259: Dry Eye Disease: The Simple Blink Test, Hidden Triggers, and How to Protect Your Eyes

    If your eyes burn, sting, feel dry, or get blurry after screen time, you're not alone—and this episode was made for you. Dry eye disease is often driven by everyday habits we barely think about: long hours staring at screens, reduced blinking, and even common makeup choices. Many people don't realize what's happening until the symptoms become hard to ignore. In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Pam Theriot, who brings clarity and calm to a topic that affects so many of us.  This conversation is clear, empowering, and full of small, doable shifts that can make a real difference over time—without overhauling your life. So grab your reading glasses, hit play, and come on in.   Visit Dr. Pam Theriot's Website here   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… A simple self-test to help you identify signs of dry eye. The biggest triggers she sees in real life (not just textbooks). Her practical Prepare, Perform, Preserve framework to protect your eyes in a screen-heavy world.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Dr. Pam Theriot's Website Dr. Pam Theriot's LinkedIn Profile Dr. Pam Theriot's Instagram Dr. Pam Theriot's Facebook Dr. Pam Theriot's Ted Ex Talk Living in a Screen Filled World Make up Removers for Sensitive Eyes 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

    29 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
    265
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shift Motivational Resources, LLC
  • Show Website
    Thin Thinking Podcast

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