Program Yourself Thin Podcast
Episodes
Episode 351: Your Weight Loss Expectations
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you expect weight loss to feel like — and is that expectation helping you or hurting you? In this episode, we unpack the hidden assumptions ...
Episode 350: The Overwhelming Pain Of Dieting
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve spent years jumping from one diet to the next — feeling guilty, frustrated, and exhausted — you’re not alone. In this episode, we di...
Episode 349: Strategic Weight Loss
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people try to lose weight with willpower, motivation, or short-term diets — and wonder why nothing sticks. In this episode, we break down a sma...
Episode 348: Weight Loss Motivation Death Match
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t need more motivation — you need the right kind. In this episode, I put two types of weight loss motivation head-to-head: the short-term,...
Episode 347: Why You Can't Be Perfect With Your Eating
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to be perfect with food is one of the fastest ways to sabotage your weight loss. In this episode, I break down why perfection is not only impos...
Episode 346: Managing Your Energy To Lose Weight
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t need more willpower — you need better energy management. In this episode, I’ll show you why your energy levels are the hidden driver b...
Episode 345: Rituals That Make You Thin
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Losing weight doesn’t come from one big decision — it comes from what you do on repeat. In this episode, I break down the simple daily rituals tha...
Episode 344: How Clean Eating Makes You Thin
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clean eating isn’t about being perfect — it’s about eating in a way that actually works with your body. In this episode, I break down what clean...
Episode 343: Why You Can't Stick To Your Diet
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not about willpower. It’s not that you’re broken. You’re just stuck in a cycle that was designed to fail. In this episode, I break down t...
Episode 342: How To Strategically Improve Your Eating
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t need another diet. You need a strategy. In this episode, I’ll show you how to improve the way you eat without overhauling your entire li...
Episode 341: Getting More Pleasure Out Of Food
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been taught that if you want to lose weight, you have to give up pleasure. But what if the real problem isn’t too much pleasure from food —...
Episode 340: The Diet Hamster Wheel
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you’re doing everything right… but still going nowhere? That’s the Diet Hamster Wheel — running hard, staying stuck, and wonder...
Episode 339: Using A Flow State To Lose Weight
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if losing weight didn’t have to feel like a constant battle? In this episode, we explore how tapping into a flow state can transform your weigh...
Episode 338: The Most Important Habit For Weight Loss
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you had to bet everything on one habit for weight loss success... what would it be? In today’s episode, I’m cutting through all the noise — d...
Episode 337: Getting 1% Better Today
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t need to overhaul your whole life to lose weight — you just need to get a little better today. That’s it. In this episode, I’m breaki...
Episode 336: Mind Control For Weight Loss
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss isn’t just about controlling what you eat — It’s about learning how to control your mind before it controls you. In this episode, I ...
Episode 335: The Value Of Projects On Your Weight Loss
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to losing weight wasn’t just about food and exercise… but about having the right kind of focus in your life? In this episode, I...
Episode 334: Dialing Down Your Calories
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If cutting calories feels like torture or triggers an all-or-nothing mindset, you’re doing it the hard way. In this episode, I’ll show you how to ...
Episode 533: A Slow Start To Your Weight Loss
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Frustrated because your weight loss isn’t happening fast enough? Good. That "slow start" might be the best thing that ever happened to you. In this ...
Episode 532: Lose Weight Once Not All At Once
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re always trying to “start over” or “get it all right” overnight… you’re stuck in the all-or-nothing trap. In this episode, Jim f...
Episode 531: The Weight Loss Fairy Tale
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been sold a fairy tale: Lose the weight → live happily ever after. But real life doesn’t work like that. In this episode, Jim exposes the...
Episode 530: Making Weight Loss The Side Effect
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if weight loss wasn’t the goal... but the natural result of something deeper? In this episode, Jim breaks down a powerful mindset shift that ch...
Episode 529: Healthy Addictions That Keep You Thin
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to weight loss wasn’t cutting everything out — but getting addicted to the right things? In this episode, I’ll show you how t...
Episode 528: The Easiest Way To Get Back On Track
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Falling off track doesn’t mean you’ve failed — it just means you’re human. In this episode, I’ll show you the easiest, most effective way to...
Episode 527: Reframing The Foods Making You Overweight
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a powerful mindset shift that can change the way you look at the foods that are holding you back. You’ll learn how to ...
Episode 526: How To Feel In Control Around Food
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like food has all the power and you’ve got none? Like no matter how hard you try, you always cave in when it counts? In this episode, I’...
Episode 525: Practicing To Lose Weight
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people try to force themselves to lose weight… but they never practice it. In this episode, I’ll break down the real reason you're stuck—an...
Episode 524: Why Are You So Impatient With Your Weight Loss
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt frustrated that the scale isn’t moving fast enough — this episode is for you. We’re diving into the real reason weight los...
Episode 523: Foods That Force You To Eat Slowly
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want an easier way to eat less without feeling deprived? Start by slowing down. In this episode, we’re talking about a powerful (and often overlooke...
Episode 522: Focus On Consistency Over Intensity
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to losing weight, most people try to go all-in — strict plans, extreme workouts, perfect days. But here’s the truth: Intensity burns...
Episode 521: How Committed Are You To Losing Weight
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone says they want to lose weight — but not everyone is truly committed. In this episode, we’re having a real, honest conversation about the ...
Episode 520: 3 Reasons Your Goal Weight Sucks
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think your goal weight is the key to happiness? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down why your goal weight might be doing more harm than g...
Episode 519: Has Dieting Made You Dumb
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like dieting is messing with your head — you’re not imagining it. In this episode, we’re breaking down how years of restri...
Episode 518: Feel Peace, Lose Weight
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think weight loss is about pressure, control, and pushing harder. But what if the real key was peace? In this episode, I break down why fe...
Episode 517: How To Lose Weight As You Get Older
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think weight loss gets harder with age? You’re not wrong — but it’s not for the reasons you’ve been told. In this episode, I break down exactl...
Episode 516: Why You're Confused About Losing Weight
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel stuck, frustrated, or totally confused about how to actually lose weight and keep it off — you're not alone. In today’s episode, I bre...
Episode 515: Why Your Perfectionism Is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a smart, driven person who's tried everything to lose weight, yet somehow always end up stuck—your perfectionism might secretly be sabotag...
Episode 514: Weight Loss Is Easy
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if losing weight was actually easy? You’ve been told it’s all about willpower, strict diets, and suffering through workouts—but that’s a ...
Episode 513: Can You Be Hypnotized To Lose Weight?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it really possible to be hypnotized into losing weight? Or is that just some woo-woo nonsense? In this episode, I break down exactly how hypnosis w...
Episode 512: The Shocking Truth About Diets That No One Tells You
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Diets promise quick fixes, but the truth is most of them are setting you up to fail. In this eye-opening episode, we expose the hidden flaws of tradit...
Episode 511: Your Goal Weight Is An Illusion
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve been told that reaching a certain number on the scale will bring happiness, confidence, and success—but what if that goal weight is just an ...
Episode 510: How Long Will It Take To Reach Your Goal Weight?
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions I get asked is, “How long will it take to reach my goal weight?” And the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all...
Episode 509: The Real Reason You Want To Lose Weight
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do you really want to lose weight? If your first thought is, “To see a lower number on the scale” or “To fit into smaller clothes,” you mi...
Episode 508: Losing Weight 5 Pounds At A Time
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been overwhelmed by the idea of losing 20, 50, or even 100 pounds, this episode is for you. The secret to lasting weight loss isn’t chas...
Episode 507: The Real Reason You're Not Losing Weight
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’re eating better. You’re trying to move more. But the scale won’t budge. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m cutting through the noise an...
Episode 506: The Dumbest Diet You Could Choose
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever started a diet, struggled, and then blamed yourself for failing—this episode is going to change everything. The truth is, most diet...
Episode 505: Make Your Goal Weight More Meaningful
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your goal weight is just a number on the scale, you're missing the real key to lasting weight loss. In this episode, I’ll show you how to make yo...
Episode 504: Pleasure vs Happiness For Weight Loss
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people try to lose weight by chasing pleasure—eating their favorite foods, indulging in quick fixes, and looking for ways to make dieting feel ...
Episode 503: Why You Should By Clothes Before You Lose Weight
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people wait until they lose weight to buy new clothes—but that’s a huge mistake. In this episode, I’ll explain why upgrading your wardrobe ...
Episode 502: Don't Deprive Yourself To Lose Weight
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need to cut out all your favorite foods to lose weight? Think again. In this episode, we’re flipping the script on deprivation and showing...
Episode 501: What Doctors Won’t Tell You About Losing Weight
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think your doctor has all the answers when it comes to weight loss? Think again. Most doctors are great at treating illness, but when it comes to losi...
Episode 500: Are You Suffering From Dieter Delusion Disorder?
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been dieting for years but still struggle with your weight, you might be caught in what I call Dieter Delusion Disorder. It’s the trap o...
Episode 499: How To Program Your Mind For Weight Loss
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to lose weight? It’s not your willpower—it’s your mindset. In this episode, I’ll show you how to rewire your subconscious to make w...
Episode 498: The Most Powerful Weight Loss Mantra EVER (Say This Daily!)
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to stay on track with your weight loss? In this episode, I’m sharing the most powerful weight loss mantra ever—one simple phrase that c...
Episode 497: The Secret Hack Thin & Healthy People Use (That No One Talks About!)
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s looking for a magic trick to lose weight—some “secret hack” that thin and healthy people know but aren’t sharing. Well, here’s ...
Episode 496: How To Stop Overeating Without Feeling Deprived
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with overeating but hate the idea of restriction? In this episode, I’ll show you how to take control of your eating without feeling depri...
Episode 495: Your Brain is Keeping You Overweight – Here’s How to Reprogram It
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like losing weight is a constant battle, it’s not just your body working against you—it’s your brain. Your subconscious is...
Episode 494: The Power of One Clean Eating Day A Week
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if one simple change could shift your entire weight loss journey? You don’t need to be perfect every day—you just need to be consistent. And ...
Episode 493: The Hunger Games
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If it feels like you're constantly fighting hunger, like some twisted real-life version of The Hunger Games, you're not alone. Cravings, emotional eat...
Episode 492: I Can't Stop Eating
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you just can’t stop eating, even when you’re not hungry? You tell yourself to stop, but before you know it, you’re back in the ki...
Episode 491: Loving Yourself To Lose Weight
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If beating yourself up helped with weight loss, you’d already be at your goal. But the truth is, shame, guilt, and self-criticism only make things w...
Episode 490: How To Reduce Calories Strategically
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people try to lose weight by slashing calories and suffering through hunger, but that approach never lasts. The real secret? Cutting calories the...
Episode 489: The Food That Makes You Thin & Healthy
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re stuck in the cycle of dieting, overeating, and frustration, chances are you’ve been focusing on the wrong foods. Most weight loss advice...
Episode 488: When You're Doing Everything Right And Still Not Losing Weight
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’re eating healthier, moving more, and sticking to the plan—so why isn’t the scale moving? Few things are more frustrating than feeling like ...
Episode 487: What You Have To Learn To Lose Weight
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Losing weight isn’t just about eating less and moving more—you have to learn how to rewire your mind, shift your habits, and actually make weight ...
Episode 486: Stop Being Mad At Yourself For Being Overweight
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beating yourself up won’t make you lose weight—it only makes things worse. If guilt, shame, and frustration actually worked as motivation, you’d...
Episode 485: You Don't Have To Be Perfect To Lose Weight
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you think you have to eat perfectly, exercise flawlessly, and never slip up to lose weight—you're setting yourself up for failure. Perfectionism ...
Episode 484: Stop Trusting Your Mind If You Want To Lose Weight
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your mind is not on your side when it comes to losing weight. It tricks you, justifies bad choices, and convinces you that you’ll “start tomorrow....
Episode 483: Why Weight Loss Deadlines Don't Work
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've all done it—set a deadline for weight loss. "I'll lose 20 pounds by summer." "I have to fit into that dress by my reunion." But here's the tru...
Episode 482: Waking Up From Your Weight Loss Groundhog Day
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you’re stuck in the same cycle—starting a diet, making progress, slipping up, giving up, and then starting all over again? It’s l...
Episode 481:Binging Doesn't Feel Good
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be real—binging might feel good in the moment, but afterward? Regret, discomfort, frustration. So why does it keep happening? In this episod...
Episode 480: You're Not Gonna Lose Weight For Long If You're Hungry
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If hunger is your main weight loss strategy, you’re setting yourself up to fail. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we break down why constan...
Episode 479: Are Carbs or Fat the Problem?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carbs have been demonized. Fat has been blamed. So which one is really making you gain weight? In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we cut throug...
Episode 478: Feel Better First, Then Lose Weight
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think they need to lose weight to feel better—but what if the opposite is true? In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we explore why...
Episode 477: Your Self-Talk Is Controlling Your Weight
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The way you talk to yourself isn’t just background noise—it’s shaping your decisions, habits, and ultimately, your weight. In this episode of Pr...
Episode 476: What If Everything You Knew About Weight Loss Was Wrong?
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reaching your goal weight is exciting—but staying there? That’s the real challenge. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we’ll explore how ...
Episode 475: Learning How To Live At Your Goal Weight
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reaching your goal weight is exciting—but staying there? That’s the real challenge. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we’ll explore how ...
Episode 474: Fighting Against Your Brain To Lose Weight
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like your brain is working against you when it comes to losing weight? You’re not imagining it. Your brain’s hardwired habits, cr...
Episode 473: The Best Way To Reduce Your Hunger
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with hunger can feel like an endless battle—one that often derails even the best weight loss plans. But what if there was a better way to...
Episode 472: Dieting Is A Dumb Way To Lose Weight
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s face it—traditional dieting sets you up for failure. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we’re calling out the flaws of the diet cul...
Episode 471: Mindset Based Weight Loss
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to losing weight, your mindset is your most powerful tool—but it’s also the most overlooked. In this episode of Program Yourself Thi...
Episode 470: Comfortable Weight Loss
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forget crash diets, grueling workouts, and feeling like you’re constantly battling your own body. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we’re ...
Episode 469: Weight Loss During Stressful Times
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stressful times can wreak havoc on your weight loss journey, making healthy choices feel harder and old habits tempting. But what if you could turn st...
Episode 468: Why I’m Not Worried I Gained 7 Pounds (So Far)
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gaining weight during the holidays happens—but it doesn’t have to derail your progress or define your year. In this episode, I’m sharing why I’...
Episode 467: Strategically Losing Weight In 2025
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the fad diets and quick-fix promises. In this episode, we’re diving into a smarter, more strategic approach to weight loss that sets you up f...
Episode 466: Don't Start A Diet In 2025
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about kicking off 2025 with another diet? Stop right there. In this episode, I’m breaking down why starting the year with a restrictive die...
Episode 465: Reflecting On 2024
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause, look back, and reflect on everything 2024 brought your way. In this episode, we’ll g...
Episode 464: Recovering From The Holidays
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are full of joy, celebration, and... indulgence. But once the festive lights dim, many of us are left feeling sluggish, unmotivated, and ...
Episode 463: When The Holiday's Are Sad
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are often painted as the happiest time of the year, but for many, they can be filled with sadness, loss, or loneliness. If this season fe...
Episode 462: The Most Enjoyable Holiday Possible
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a holiday where you can indulge in those delicious cookies and festive treats, but with a twist—you actually enjoy them and feel great after...
Episode 461: Permission To Enjoy Yourself During The Holidays
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and connection—but let’s be honest, they can also bring guilt, pressure, and a sense of “I should be ...
Episode 460: Using Water to Stay on Track During the Holidays
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are full of indulgent treats and endless temptations, but did you know one of the simplest tools to keep you on track is already at your ...
Episode 459: Staying Calm During The Holidays
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be a magical time, but let’s face it—they can also be stressful. Between packed schedules, family dynamics, and endless to-do lis...
Episode 458: Standing Up To The Voice In Your Head
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You know that voice—the one that criticizes, doubts, and tells you you’re not good enough. It’s the same voice that makes you second-guess your ...
Episode 457: Staying On Track During The Holidays
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are a time of joy, celebration, and—let’s be honest—temptation. Between family gatherings, holiday parties, and endless treats, it ...
Episode 456: Eating Well During Stressful Times
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stress happens—it’s a part of life. But when stress strikes, does your eating spiral out of control? In this episode, we’re diving into how to s...
Episode 455: How to Get the Most Enjoyment Out of Food
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you really enjoying your food, or are you just eating it? In this episode, we explore the art of truly savoring what you eat—without guilt, sham...
Episode 454: Practicing Eating Better
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eating better isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, making choices, and learning from every experience. In this episode, we’ll expl...
Episode 453: The Joy of Acting Healthy
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we uncover how choosing to live healthfully can feel less like a chore and more like a genuine source of joy. We’ll explore the min...
Episode 452: Dieting Is For Dummies
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s face it—dieting doesn’t work. If it did, we’d all be thin by now. In this episode of Program Yourself Thin, we dive into why traditional...