The "Netflix Hack" for Fat Loss Over 40: Change What You’re Watching | MMP Ep. 216

Are you stuck in a loop of negative thinking, self-doubt, or frustration with your health journey? You might be unknowingly binge-watching the wrong mental programming—and your brain is queuing up more of the same.In this episode, we dive into a powerful mindset shift using a relatable analogy: Netflix.Just like your favorite streaming service recommends shows based on what you’ve watched, your brain serves up thoughts based on what you focus on—whether that’s lack, failure, or abundance and possibility.You’ll learn:- Why your brain keeps defaulting to self-sabotage- How your “mental algorithm” affects consistency, cravings, and confidence- The neuroscience behind focus and how it shapes your health outcomes- Practical strategies to break the binge cycle of negative thoughts and start “streaming” - beliefs that align with who you want to become- How this shift transformed my relationship with food, movement, and self-worth—and how it can do the same for youIf you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start building lasting change from the inside out, this episode is your reset button.TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) - Intro(01:35) - Our brains work the same way as Netflix(04:40) - What you seek, you strengthen (Your RAS)(09:20) - Reframing your thoughts & acknowledging your wins(15:10) - What do you need to start doing instead?(27:11) - Final thoughts + remindersCONNECT WITH ME ONLINE:‣ Fill out our Complimentary Health Assessment to receive customized guidelines for:- how much you should eat🍴- what you should eat 🌮- exercise adjustments🏋🏽‍♀️- lifestyle recommendations🚶‍♀️- specific resources to support you on your journey📕https://forms.gle/4LMFxT7Jk23Yphq46‣ Check out our BRAND NEW workout subscription:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.trainerize.me/profile/vitalityoet/?planGUID=b020a7cf27f6453b9d29ca3dc9bbaf37&mode=checkout⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Join our community! Metabolism and Menopause by Vitality - Secrets for Fat Loss:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/groups/969761266958379⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Schedule a FREE consultation call -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Apply for coaching with us! -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/d/386-k9q-4cg/coaching-application-call-zoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Our Website! -https://www.vitalityoet.com/‣ Learn more about DUTCH hormone testing with VitalityOET -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.loom.com/share/a567d01c12b44aaf855dcf3d9049d537⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Menopause supplements (use code VITALITY10 for 10% off your order) -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.nutritiondynamic.com/collections/all⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ WATCH the podcast on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@metabolismandmenopausepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠‣ All other links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stan.store/vitalityoetstephanie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠----© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET