When We're Telling Stories About Weight Loss

In this episode of This Life of Ours, I’m freshly back from a trip to South Florida—sun, sand, and a few new perspectives in tow. We’re talking about the stories we tell ourselves about weight loss, and how those stories can either help or hurt our progress. Here’s the thing: the number on the scale? A comment from a friend? Those are just facts. But the meaning we attach to them—that’s where the drama starts. And often, those stories aren’t all that helpful. I’ll walk you through 20 common weight-loss circumstances and the automatic thoughts that tend to come with them. We’ll look at how to tell the difference between what’s true and what’s just a story in your head, so you can start creating narratives that actually support your goals. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or judged (by others or yourself) on your weight-loss journey, this conversation will give you practical ways to reframe your thinking, stay grounded, and move forward with more compassion and clarity. It’s not about ignoring the facts—it’s about choosing a story that helps you grow. Find Us Here https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/ Join Our Mastermind https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/offers/zLGF7C2u/checkout Join our October Retreat in the Berkshires https://www.birchandstonecoaching.com/wellness-retreat Have a question for Coach Emily B? Email her at [email protected] Meet Our Coaches Emily Brower Professionally Certified Life Coach, Private & Group Coaching Specializing in Weight Health, Time Management and Perfectionist [email protected]/coach_emily_bhttps://www.facebook.com/emilybrowerlifecoach Rebecca Reynolds A movement specialist with a passion for helping people reconnect with their strength—physically, mentally, and [email protected]://www.instagram.com/rebecca_ashley_reynolds/ Tobey Mintz As a Master trained Instinctive Meditation coach, Tobey has a radically refreshing approach to meditation that works with your thoughts, emotions and energy. Whether you’re feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or just curious about a new way in, Tobey’s classes offer a gentle invitation back to yourself. Emily Magenheim A dual-certified Health & Wellness and Life Coach, Emily brings both professional expertise and deep personal passion to this work. Her mission? To help you feel better in your body—not through restriction, deprivation, or punishing workouts—but through personalized support rooted in compassion, science, and real-life sustainability.