EPISODE · Nov 24, 2025 · 15 MIN
96. Can You Really Enjoy Thanksgiving Without Gaining Weight or “Getting Back on Track”? Here’s How
from Lose Weight Mindfully | weight loss, mindful eating, healthy recipes, emotional eating, boost energy · host Jackie Kirschen, Registered Dietitian, Weight Loss Nutritionist & Mindful Eating Coach
Does Thanksgiving (and the rest of the holidays) always leave you feeling bloated, guilty, and swearing you’ll “start over on Monday”? SAME. If you’re tired of the whole eat-all-the-things-then-feel-awful-then-promise-to-be-perfect cycle, this episode is seriously for YOU.I’m breaking down the 5 essential strategies (the exact ones I still use & teach my clients) to help you actually ENJOY Thanksgiving—without guilt, food coma vibes, or starting over again.Let’s break free of food guilt, ENJOY your favorite traditions, and make this Thanksgiving (and every holiday!) something you actually look forward to.This isn’t about dieting. It’s about enjoying everything—from stuffing to seconds with zero guilt and total confidence.Whether you're hosting or just showing up, this episode will help you create a new kind of Thanksgiving—one where you feel in control, at peace with food, and proud of how you showed up for yourself.You can lose weight (or maintain it!) over the holidays. You just need the right tools. Let’s get into them!xoxo,JackieMORE FROM JACKIE: << Ready to lose weight, fix your metabolism & reach your body transformation goals without restriction? Apply for my 4-Month + 1:1 Coaching Program, Mindful Weight Loss Academy, to permanently lose weight, create simple delicious meals & stick to your healthy habits for LIFE: www.themindfulweightloss.com >>🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist RELATED EPISODES:42 – Holiday Eating Hacks: Stay in Control Without Overindulging44 – How To Enjoy Thanksgiving Without "Getting Back On Track"46 – 5 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain91 – Want to Lose Weight Before 2025’s Over? 3 Simple Steps to Skip Holiday Weight Gain and Start 2026 StrongSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWAre you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things:1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts!Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best.Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week!🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!Timestamps:00:00 Mindful Thanksgiving: Enjoy, No Reset06:26 Mindful Eating for Weight Loss08:04 Holiday Eating: Avoid Regret Cycle11:18 "Mindful Weight Loss for Holidays"
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Does Thanksgiving (and the rest of the holidays) always leave you feeling bloated, guilty, and swearing you’ll “start over on Monday”? SAME. If you’re tired of the whole eat-all-the-things-then-feel-awful-then-promise-to-be-perfect cycle, this episode is seriously for YOU.I’m breaking down the 5 essential strategies (the exact ones I still use & teach my clients) to help you actually ENJOY Thanksgiving—without guilt, food coma vibes, or starting over again.Let’s break free of food guilt, ENJOY your favorite traditions, and make this Thanksgiving (and every holiday!) something you actually look forward to.This isn’t about dieting. It’s about enjoying everything—from stuffing to seconds with zero guilt and total confidence.Whether you're hosting or just showing up, this episode will help you create a new kind of Thanksgiving—one where you feel in control, at peace with food, and proud of how you showed up for yourself.You can lose weight (or maintain it!) over the holidays. You just need the right tools. Let’s get into them!xoxo,JackieMORE FROM JACKIE: << Ready to lose weight, fix your metabolism & reach your body transformation goals without restriction? Apply for my 4-Month + 1:1 Coaching Program, Mindful Weight Loss Academy, to permanently lose weight, create simple delicious meals & stick to your healthy habits for LIFE: www.themindfulweightloss.com >>🙌🏻 Ready to Sustainably Lose Weight WITHOUT Counting Calories? I’ll show you how in 3 easy steps! Grab My FREE Quickstart Guide To Permanent Weight Loss: https://eatright4life.ck.page/quickstart-guide👋🏻 Follow me on Instagram: @the.mindful.nutritionist RELATED EPISODES:42 – Holiday Eating Hacks: Stay in Control Without Overindulging44 – How To Enjoy Thanksgiving Without "Getting Back On Track"46 – 5 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain91 – Want to Lose Weight Before 2025’s Over? 3 Simple Steps to Skip Holiday Weight Gain and Start 2026 StrongSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWAre you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could take a few seconds to do these two things:1️⃣ hit the FOLLOW button so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop2️⃣ leave a rating and review for my show on Apple Podcasts!Your support helps us reach more health-empowered women (like you!) move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best.Thanks so much for tuning into the Lose Weight Mindfully podcast! I'll see you next week!🎙️New episodes drop every Monday!Timestamps:00:00 Mindful Thanksgiving: Enjoy, No Reset06:26 Mindful Eating for Weight Loss08:04 Holiday Eating: Avoid Regret Cycle11:18 "Mindful Weight Loss for Holidays"
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96. Can You Really Enjoy Thanksgiving Without Gaining Weight or “Getting Back on Track”? Here’s How
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