Thinner Peace In Menopause: Weight Loss After 50 & Mindfulness

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

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. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/332

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

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 in. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/330

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 her thoughts and decisions, thus losing her identity. With coaching, she learned to confront her emotions with mindful processing and managed to separate her emotions from food. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/329

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, and decided they deserved to give themselves that chance. Start listening to that knowing feeling inside of your body. Act on it. Say “yes” to yourself, and you will be able to start making the changes you want for yourself just like my clients have. Enjoy the show!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/328 

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. Menopause isn’t the end for you, but rather the best time to transform and create what you want for yourself and your body.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/327

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, she said saying yes was her way of showing love to her family, while in reality, it wasn’t showing love to herself. Through coaching, I helped her figure out her yeses and no’s, and how to honor them. There are ways to please yourself without feeling selfish so make sure to tune in!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/326 

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 perfect moment will always be right here, right now. Enjoy the show! Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/325 

 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 you on how you can make this summer the summer of “No” so you can get closer to what you really want - feeling better about yourself!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/324 

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 work to manage her mind, but now the urge to always be looking for food is gone and it has made her life richer and happier. Listen in to hear Renee’s story of learning to fully experience life with a new mind and a new body. Enjoy the show!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/323 

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 lovely client, Susan. For the last 40 years, she was in a neverending cycle of gaining weight and then losing it through dieting. As a client who underwent both my individual and group coaching, I am so excited for you all to hear about the things she has learned that led to a massive improvement in her relationships with others, food, and most importantly, herself.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/322 

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 and struggle with controlling yourself at night, make sure to join us and learn how you can kick those unhealthy eating habits. Enjoy the show!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/321

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 that will help you coach yourself through those negative thoughts and emotions. Once you understand this one thing holding you back you can finally live your life with unconditional confidence and happiness.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/320

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 in check because it can throw us completely off track when really– we need to accept that we will not always be consistently dropping pounds.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/319

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, you can create a greater capacity to eat and satisfy your physical hunger in a way that serves you best. Enjoy the show!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/318 

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 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 out the scale!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/317 

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, I invite you to ask yourself the question: Why am I eating when I’m not even hungry? It’s time to find the reward in eating when you’re hungry and stopping when you’re full.   Get the full show notes and information here:  https://drdebbutler.com/316

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 strategies will help you get started on strengthening your urge muscles.   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/315

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 to flip her entire perspective about herself and her life. So join us for this inspiring episode as Kathleen opens up about her emotional journey to never having to lose weight again!   Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/314