Your Body Isn’t Broken, It’s Responding

In this episode of Set Point Science™, Cheri Alberts explores why weight loss often becomes harder after years of dieting, stress, or inconsistency—and why that doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.   Rather than treating hunger, cravings, fatigue, or plateaus as problems to fix, this episode reframes them as intelligent signals from a cautious, protective system.   In this episode, we explore: Why the first few pounds that stay off feel different How appetite lowering signals regulation—not willpower Why the body holds weight during stress or unpredictability What “defended weight” actually means How constant self-supervision can keep the system braced Why separating sensation from story supports regulation   Key takeaway:   Your body isn’t broken—and your mind isn’t the enemy. Both are responding based on experience and pattern.   When the body feels understood instead of corrected, flexibility often returns on its own.   CTAs: • Download the free Gentle Weight Loss Guide: 👉 setpointscience.com/podcast-guide • Learn more about the Set Point Restore™ Membership and sign up for the waitlist at 👉 setpointscience.com/restore