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EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 33 MIN

171 ~ Goals and Expectations

from Disrupting Obesity · host Charlotte Skanes

Send us Fan MailThis week, I’m doing something a little different.I’m sharing part of a presentation I created for the Flamingo Forum because this is one of the most important pieces of the weight loss process, and it’s not something we talk about nearly enough.We’re talking about goals and expectations.Most people focus on their goalVery few people stop to think about their expectationsAnd that’s where things start to fall apartBecause you can have a perfectly reasonable goal, but if your expectations don’t line up with reality, you’re going to feel like you’re failing even when you’re doing everything rightIn this episode, I break down the difference between goals and expectations, how to make both of them work for you, and why managing them properly is critical if you want to keep going long enough to lose the weight and keep it offI also walk you through how to calculate your weekly average and use it to set realistic timelines, along with a deeper look at non scale victories and why they matter more than most people thinkWhat I cover:• The difference between goals and expectations • Why unrealistic expectations lead to frustration and loss of momentum • The difference between possible and probable • Why weight loss does not happen in a straight line • How to calculate your weekly average weight loss • How to use your data to set realistic timelines • What happens when your timeline becomes unrealistic • Why it is better to surprise yourself than constantly feel behind • How expectations impact self trust and consistencyKey Takeaways:• Goals and expectations are not the same thing • Both must be possible and probable • Your weekly average gives you a realistic timeline • When the math does not work, your expectations need to change • Non scale victories are essential for long term success • Weight loss will not fix everything, but it will change a lot • Managing expectations is how you stay consistentSupport the showPlease consider heading to buymeacoffee.com/CharlotteSkanes to show your support. It helps me keep the podcast going. Looking for help on your weight loss journey?• My Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE• My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7• My Cookbook 'Disruptor'• Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’• Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes”•Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebook...

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Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m doing something a little different. I’m sharing part of a presentation I created for the Flamingo Forum because this is one of the most important pieces of the weight loss process, and it’s not something we talk about nearly enough. We’re talking about goals and expectations. Most people focus on their goal Very few people stop to think about their expectations And that’s where things start to fall apart Because you can have a perfectly reasonable goal, but if ...

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