The Hidden Habit That Sabotages Weight Loss

The Hidden Habit That Sabotages Weight Loss

April 6, 2026 · 16 min · Season 1 · Episode 112

About this episode

This episode discusses how the habit of restarting can hinder long-term weight loss and offers insights on what truly works for sustainable progress.

Most people think their weight loss problem is overeating. It’s not. The real problem is starting over. The Monday resets. The “this week will be different” promises. The dramatic declarations after a bad day. It feels productive. It feels hopeful. But it quietly keeps you stuck in permanent beginner mode. In this episode, you’ll learn why restarting is the habit that prevents long-term weight loss — and what actually works instead. Using the powerful analogy of airpla...

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