The Weight's Over Live Show

How do you lose weight and keep it off after years of yo-yo dieting? Sue shares how she lost four stone, moved from a size 20 to a size 12 and transformed her relationship with food.As a busy nurse, Sue regularly relied on chocolate, biscuits and crisps to keep herself going. In the evenings, emotional eating and constant food noise took over. After discovering Slimpod, she began noticing changes that went far beyond her weight.In this honest conversation with Sandra Roycroft-Davies, Sue discusses:• Losing four stone and maintaining her weight loss• Breaking the cycle of yo-yo dieting• How her food noise and sugar cravings changed• Recognising loneliness as an emotional-eating trigger• Finding the confidence to exercise and enjoy walking• Completing a 13-mile charity walk at Stonehenge• Reconnecting with painting, singing and other interests• Moving from a size 20 to approximately a size 12• The importance of self-belief, gratitude and community• Creating a healthier relationship with food without restrictive dietingSue’s story is about more than weight loss. It is about rebuilding confidence, discovering new interests and creating a life that no longer revolves around food.🎧 Try the Slimpod programme FREE for 10 days:https://thinkingslimmer.com/gold-free📘 Download your FREE weight loss ebook:https://thinkingslimmer.com/get-freeFollow The Weight’s Over Live Show so you don’t miss the next episode.Contact usEmail: [email protected]: @sandraroycroftdaviesWebsite: https://www.thinkingslimmer.comThis episode describes one person’s experience and is not medical advice. Results vary between individuals. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet, fasting routine or physical activity especially if you have an existing health condition.

Clodagh has lived with type 1 diabetes for 30 years. In this honest conversation with Sandra Roycroft-Davis, she shares how changing her relationship with food helped her stop habitual snacking, feel more energised and create habits she believes she can maintain.Clodagh also discusses her personal blood sugar results, reduced insulin requirements, better sleep and why she feels Slimpod has supported much more than weight loss.In this episode:Why Clodagh decided to try SlimpodHow her desire to snack began to changeThe difference between restriction and genuinely not wanting foodHer experience of managing food and insulinWhy patience and consistency matteredHow recording three daily wins supported her mindsetWhy individual medical guidance remains essentialThis episode shares one person’s experience and is not medical advice. Anyone living with diabetes should speak with their qualified healthcare professional before changing their eating habits, medication or insulin.Contact us:Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

What if sustainable weight loss had less to do with following the perfect diet and more to do with changing the way you think about food?In this episode, we hear an incredibly honest Slimpod success story from a member who lost around 20kg over the course of a year without following a restrictive diet.When she joined Slimpod, she was at her heaviest weight and dealing with an incredibly stressful period of life as a full-time carer for her son. She was also struggling with lymphedema and had been unable to exercise.Food had gradually become a way of rewarding and comforting herself. She didn't think of herself as an emotional eater until Slimpod helped her recognise the everyday ways emotional eating had become part of her life.Then something started to change.Rather than constantly thinking about food, calories and what she "shouldn't" eat, she began making different choices almost automatically. Portions became smaller, snacking became less frequent, and she found herself walking away from food she didn't really want without feeling deprived.Most importantly, she learned that weight loss doesn't have to be all-or-nothing.When life changed again, she didn't give up, she adapted. She found new ways to exercise, continued prioritising her health and learned to say no to food when she genuinely didn't want it.This is a powerful conversation about emotional eating, sustainable weight loss, mindset, self-care, and changing your relationship with food rather than going on another diet.How emotional eating can show up in everyday life, not just during obvious moments of crisisWhy food can become a reward when you're stressed, overwhelmed, or caring for othersHow changing your mindset can naturally change your food choicesWhy sustainable weight loss doesn't require perfectionHow to keep going when life throws unexpected challenges at youThe importance of prioritising yourself and your own healthHow to overcome FOMO around food and become comfortable saying "no"Why smaller portions and more mindful choices can become effortlessHow exercise became something to enjoy rather than another all-or-nothing challengeWhy creating lasting change is about learning to adapt rather than starting again every MondayOne of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is that sustainable weight loss isn't about being on a diet forever. It's about developing a different relationship with food and building habits that can fit around real life.If you've ever felt that diets work for a while but aren't something you can realistically maintain, this episode is a reminder that lasting change can happen when you stop trying to be perfect and start changing the way you think.

In this uplifting episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis chats with Lydia, who has lost an incredible 7.5 stone over two and a half years. Lydia had lost some weight using slimming clubs but felt stuck and knew her head just wasn't in gear. Adding Slimpod gave her the brain reset she needed, and using the Fit Pod completely transformed her relationship with exercise.Lydia shares how the motivation to move went from hit-and-miss to waking up excited to exercise every single day. She talks about shrinking her portions without deprivation, watching food guilt melt away, and learning to see food as nourishment rather than comfort. As an emotional eater who once felt like "the big mum at the gates," she made some brave life changes, chose herself, and hasn't looked back.In this episode:Why adding Slimpod gave her the mindset shift she neededHow the Fit Pod turned exercise into something she lovesSeeing food as nourishment, not comfortChoosing herself and making brave life changesWhy Slimpod is your flexible friend that works alongside anythingContact us:Email: ⁠Instagram: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this powerful episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis talks with Maria, who found Slimpod after her second heart attack and a type 2 diabetes diagnosis on the very same day. After a lifetime of dieting since the age of 11, Maria had tried everything, but nothing lasted. With Slimpod, the weight started coming off almost straight away, and nearly six years on, she's kept it off, something she'd never managed for more than three months before.Maria shares how relaxing into the process and changing her thinking, rather than following rules, made all the difference. She talks about finding real freedom with food, eating the things she loves without guilt, and why she threw her scales out for good. At 67, she says she's never been happier, and she credits Slimpod with quite literally saving her life.If you've felt stuck on the diet rollercoaster for years, Maria's story is honest, uplifting, and full of hope.In this episode:Finding Slimpod after two heart attacks and a diabetes diagnosisWhy changing her mindset mattered more than any dietWhy she ditched the scales for goodMaria's tip: forget everything you've been told about dieting, and relax into itPlease note, Maria shares her own personal experience here. If you have diabetes, heart health concerns or any medical condition, always make decisions about your diet and treatment with your doctor or healthcare team.Contact us:Email: ⁠Instagram: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this deeply honest episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis talks with Rebecca, who turned to weight loss injections after back surgery and years of emotional eating, only to find the weight returned the moment she stopped. Rebecca opens up about a relationship with food that goes right back to childhood, secret eating, and using food for comfort through both the hard times and the happy ones.After trying Mounjaro and Wegovy, Rebecca discovered Slimpod, came off the injections a few weeks in, and finally started feeling better in herself. She shares how Slimpod is helping her understand her emotional eating rather than just silencing her appetite, why she's given up the scales, and how she's found her people in our community.In this episode:Why the weight returned after coming off the injectionsThe roots of emotional eating and secret eatingHow Slimpod addresses the "why" behind the eatingLetting go of the scales as a triggerFeeling fitter, happier and more in controlRebecca's advice for anyone thinking about the jabsPlease remember, weight loss medication has its place when it's medically needed, and any decision about starting or stopping it should always be made with your doctor.Contact us:Email: ⁠Instagram: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

What if your cravings could just fade away, no willpower required?In this episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis chats with Sharon, who's gone from a size 20 to a size 12 in her first year with Slimpod. A former self-confessed "chocoholic," Sharon used to have a bar of chocolate every night. Within days of starting, that pull faded, and there's now a box of chocolates sitting untouched in her cupboard since Christmas!Sharon shares how her "diet head" disappeared, why she enjoys a slice of cake without guilt, and how she finally feels comfortable in her own body after 20 years of yo-yo dieting. She also opens up about why she chose Slimpod over weight-loss injections, and why she's so glad she did.In this episode:Why Sharon's lifelong sugar cravings faded awayWhat "food noise" and "diet head" really feel likeEnjoying treats without guilt or deprivationWhy she chose Slimpod over injectionsHer top tip: persevere and trust the processContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

What if you could lose weight, keep it off, and finally quieten the constant food noise in your head, all without dieting? In this episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis chats with Lisa, who went from a size 16 to a size 8 in around six months with Slimpod, and has kept it off for a year and a half without even trying.After 20 years of yo-yo dieting, Lisa knew every group, every points system and every up-and-down emotion that comes with the scales. She'd celebrate a loss with a bar of chocolate and commiserate a gain with one too, and found herself sneaking downstairs in the night for Kit Kats. Then she found Slimpod, threw her scales out on day one, picked up the ribbon method instead, and everything began to change.In this warm, honest conversation, Lisa shares how her food noise faded within the first 12 weeks, why chocolate stopped being the enemy, how she went from being terrified of exercise to running three times a week, and how healthy eating became effortless rather than a daily battle. If you've ever felt trapped on the diet rollercoaster, Lisa's story is proof there's a kinder, more lasting way.What you'll learn in this episode:Why dieting keeps you stuck on an emotional rollercoaster, and what to do instead. What "food noise" really is and how it can quieten on its own. Why ditching the scales and using the ribbon method can transform your progress. How your relationship with food changes from the inside out. Why exercise becomes something you want to do, not something you dread. Lisa's biggest tip for anyone who feels like they're wobbling.Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra talks to Suzy, who she first met at the Stratford-upon-Avon Literary Festival, where Suzy shared her powerful Slimpod transformation.Suzy explains how a rare health condition changed her life, affecting her mobility, work, confidence and relationship with food. After years of trying to lose weight through diets and calorie counting, she discovered Slimpod and began to experience a completely different way of thinking.Since starting Slimpod, Suzy has lost three stone, gone from a size 16 to a size 8, and transformed her relationship with food — all without being able to exercise.We discuss:Suzy's health and mobility challengesHow comfort eating became a coping mechanismWhy she was sceptical about Slimpod at firstThe reduction in food noiseLearning to hear her full signalMoving away from calorie counting and restrictionChoosing nourishing foods instead of dietingThe power of daily wins and a more positive mindsetLosing three stone without exerciseAn inspiring episode for anyone who feels their circumstances make weight loss impossible and wants to discover a kinder, more sustainable way forward.Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra talks to Debbie about her long journey with dieting, her experience with Slimpod, and how she has transformed her relationship with food.After years of dieting from the age of 10, Debbie shares how Slimpod helped her move away from old habits, stop relying on the scales, and feel calmer and more confident around food. She explains how the pods, the community, and Sandra’s support have helped her build a healthier mindset and maintain her progress.We discuss:Debbie’s lifelong dieting journeyHow Slimpod helped her lose three and a half stoneWhy mindset is key to lasting changeBreaking the habit of eating when you’re not hungryMoving away from scale anxietyThe power of the Slimpod communityWhy Debbie now feels confident about maintaining her weight lossA warm and inspiring episode for anyone who wants to stop dieting, change their habits, and finally feel in control.Contact us:Instagram: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra talks to Slimpod member Don about his lifelong cycle of losing weight, regaining it, and wondering why maintenance always felt so hard.After decades of dieting, Don discovered Slimpod and began noticing small but powerful changes while on holiday. Instead of coming home heavier, he returned 6lb lighter — and 17 weeks later, he’s lost over a stone.We discuss:Why weight maintenance can feel harder than weight lossDon’s history with yo-yo dietingHow Slimpod helped reduce snackingThe importance of writing down daily winsWhy the Chillpod became an unexpected bonusHow Don stopped relying on the scalesThe feeling of finally being in controlA brilliant episode for anyone who knows how to lose weight but wants to finally make it last.Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this inspiring episode, Angela shares how she went from a size 18 to a size 8, losing 4 stone 10 pounds in just 11 months. After years of emotional eating, food guilt, and constant cravings, Slimpod completely changed her relationship with food. Today, the food noise has disappeared, processed foods no longer appeal to her, and she feels happier, healthier, and more confident than ever.We discuss: Losing 4 stone 10 pounds and five dress sizes in 11 monthsHow the food noise disappearedWhy cutting back on processed foods changed everythingLetting go of guilt and enjoying food without dietingHow exercise became part of her daily routineWhy she believes this way of eating is sustainable for lifeContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Nadine, who joined Slimpod after years of dieting had left her with low confidence, a negative self-image, and uncertainty around food.Since joining, Nadine has moved from around a size 20 to a size 16, but her biggest transformation has been emotional. She no longer uses food to soothe anger, sadness, boredom, or stress.Nadine explains how Slimpod Living has helped her build awareness, create a calming environment, and develop practical tools to manage emotions without turning to food.We DiscussNadine’s journey from dieting and poor self-image to body acceptanceWhy she no longer weighs herself or focuses on numbersThe early moment she realised Slimpod was changing her appetiteHow Slimpod Living helped her understand emotional eating more deeplyUsing simple tools like hand cream, decluttering, and movement at workWhy food is no longer the main focus of social occasionsHow she moved from emotional eating to feeling in controlNadine’s advice: take part fully, be patient, and trust the processContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Jackie, who has lost an incredible 6 stone after joining Slimpod in January 2024.Jackie shares how Slimpod changed the way she thought about food, helping her make healthier choices, feel more energetic, and build a lifestyle she could trust. She also opens up about trying Mounjaro to speed things up, and why she now wishes she had simply stayed patient with Slimpod.We Discuss:How Jackie lost most of her 6 stone through Slimpod aloneWhy she decided to try Mounjaro after seeing the hypeThe difference between reduced appetite and true healthy eatingHow Slimpod helped Jackie stabilise after stopping the injectionsWhy understanding sugar, insulin, and nutrition changed her mindsetThe impact of Slimpod on portion sizes, food choices, and energyGetting back into exercise, weight training, and Couch to 5KJackie’s advice: be patient, trust Slimpod, and let your body do the workContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Sarah, who joined Slimpod after years of living in extremes with food—either fully committed to a strict plan or completely off track.After years of quick fixes, meal replacements, and yo-yo weight loss, Sarah discovered that Slimpod helped her move away from the all-or-nothing mindset and find balance for the first time.In just six months, Sarah lost 4 stone, rebuilt her confidence, improved her relationship with food, and found a healthier, calmer way to look after herself.We DiscussSarah’s history of extreme dieting and yo-yo weight lossWhy Slimpod felt different from every quick fix she had tried beforeHow her food choices changed without restriction or pressureThe importance of daily wins and looking for positivesWhy “I don’t eat that” feels more powerful than “I can’t”How movement and running supported her mindset and healthLetting go of the scales and focusing on clothes, inches, and confidenceSarah’s advice: believe you are worth it and keep looking for the winsContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ww.thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Lucy, who joined Slimpod after a moment of realisation when she no longer recognised herself in the mirror and felt completely out of control.With a background in psychology, Lucy understood many of the ideas behind mindset and behavioural change—but Slimpod helped her apply them to herself. As she began listening, journaling, and noticing her wins, her confidence returned long before she reached her weight loss goal.Lucy shares how she lost nearly 3 stone, even during a house renovation without a kitchen, and how her biggest breakthrough came when she realised she was focusing on “what if” fears instead of “what is” true right now.We DiscussThe moment Lucy realised she needed to take back controlWhy knowing psychology is different from applying it to yourselfHow Slimpod helped Lucy shift from self-loathing to self-beliefThe power of journaling and looking back at your progressWhy weight loss is about thinking differently, not just foodHow Lucy managed to lose weight despite relying on takeawaysSpotting negative thoughts before they spiralUsing mini challenges and visualisation to step into your future selfContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with sisters Siân and Bethan, who have both transformed their relationship with food through Slimpod—but in very different ways.Siân has lost nearly 8 stone, going from a size 22–24 to a size 8–10, while Bethan has lost nearly 6 stone alongside managing health challenges including ME and fibromyalgia.Together, they share how Slimpod helped them stop emotional eating, trust themselves around food, and build healthier habits without pressure, punishment, or obsession.We Discuss:How Bethan introduced Siân to Slimpod after recognising the need for “brain rewiring”Siân’s incredible transformation from size 22–24 to size 8–10Bethan’s journey with Slimpod, weight loss medication, and ongoing health challengesHow emotional and stress eating changed for both sistersWhy self-kindness and trusting the process matter more than perfectionLetting go of scale obsession and focusing on how you feelHow small routines and awareness help keep habits on trackTheir best advice for other Slimpodder's: be kind to yourself and trust the processContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Dawn, who has been on the Slimpod programme for over four years and is the perfect example of becoming your own weight loss guru.After losing over four stone, Dawn hit a long plateau that lasted nearly two years. Instead of giving up, she stayed consistent, trusted the process, and eventually discovered that the breakthrough came from something surprisingly simple—making small, honest changes to her daily habits.Dawn shares how removing ultra-processed condiments, adjusting portion sizes, and strengthening her routine helped her finally reach her goal of wearing a size 14 dress. Her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest transformations come from the simplest shifts.We DiscussStaying consistent through a long weight loss plateau without regaining weightWhy becoming “your own weight loss guru” is key to long-term successThe moment Dawn realised she needed to reflect and change her approachHow small changes (like removing UPFs) created big resultsAdjusting portion sizes and simplifying meals for better balanceThe role of routine habits like daily wins, intentions, and affirmationsBuilding strength and body awareness through simple, consistent exerciseReaching her goal of a size 14 dress after years of believing it wasn’t possibleContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Caroline, a lifelong yo-yo dieter who spent over 30 years trapped in cycles of restriction, bingeing, and food obsession. After discovering Slimpod, everything changed—not just her weight, but her mindset.Caroline shares how her “food noise” switched off naturally, allowing her to feel calm, in control, and free around food for the first time. Without dieting or restriction, she lost 3 stone, developed true moderation, and regained confidence, energy, and a love for life.This conversation highlights a powerful truth from The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control—that lasting weight loss comes from changing your mindset, not controlling your food .Breaking the 30-year cycle of yo-yo dieting and food guiltWhat “food noise” really is—and how it took over Caroline’s lifeHow Slimpod helped switch off food obsession naturallyLearning moderation without restriction or willpowerThe shift from craving processed foods to wanting fresh, nourishing mealsWhy focusing on mindset—not the scales—creates sustainable weight lossThe unexpected life changes: confidence, social freedom, and new hobbiesHow mental transformation led to better health, sleep, and overall wellbeingContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @‌SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!What We Discuss

In this inspiring episode of The Weight’s Over Podcast, we sit down with Ali, who has not only lost an incredible three stone with Slimpod—but, more importantly, has kept it off for years.What makes Ali’s story so powerful isn’t just the weight loss… it’s how she maintains it, without calorie counting, restriction, or dieting. Instead, it’s all about mindset, consistency, and daily habits.Ali shares her simple but powerful morning routine that keeps her grounded, focused, and in control proving that long-term success comes from what you do every day, not just during a “diet phase.”We discuss:Why mindset, not willpower, is the key to maintaining weight lossHow Ali uses Slimpod daily to reinforce healthy habits effortlesslyThe importance of sleep and how improving it supported her successHow creating a morning routine sets the tone for the entire dayWhy planning your day (even lightly) helps prevent slipping into old habitsHow self-awareness, not restriction, guides better food choicesContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

Disclaimer:Please take from this what feels helpful to you, leave what doesn’t, and always do what is right for your own body, your own health and your own circumstances.Slimpod is about helping you build trust in yourself around food, never handing you yet another plan to follow. As we say during this talk, diets DON’T work. Everything discussed isn’t about dieting, it’s about giving you information so you can make the best decisions for you.Summary:This episode breaks down how weight loss actually works at a cellular level.Using a simple “house” metaphor, we explain how cells produce energy, the role of mitochondria, and why the body needs to switch between burning fat and carbs.We also look at why many people struggle to burn fat in the first place—and why fixing cellular health is key to sustainable weight loss.We discuss:Understanding how your body really works at a cellular levelHow your body produces energy through fat and carb burning (the “furnace”)Why mitochondria are the key to energy, fat loss, and overall healthThe importance of metabolic flexibility—switching between burning fat and carbsWhat actually causes weight gain: when fat can’t be burned, it gets storedWhy sustainable weight loss is about healing your cells, not dieting harderContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

Disclaimer:Please take from this what feels helpful to you, leave what doesn’t, and always do what is right for your own body, your own health and your own circumstances.Slimpod is about helping you build trust in yourself around food, never handing you yet another plan to follow. As we say during this talk, diets DON’T work. Everything discussed isn’t about dieting, it’s about giving you information so you can make the best decisions for you.SummaryIn part one of this powerful episode, Sandra is joined by senior doctors Paul and Monique, experts in metabolic health, to explore why diets consistently fail and what actually drives sustainable weight loss. Drawing on science, clinical experience and real-world insight, they unpack the role of the unconscious mind, how fat cells really work, and why understanding food at a deeper level puts you back in control. This is about moving beyond dieting and into long-term health, empowerment and metabolic freedom.We discuss:Why diets fail (and always have)The real problem isn’t losing weight—it’s keeping it offThe unconscious brain drives your habitsHow fat cells actually workThe three types of carbohydrates explainedWhy sugar is so problematicThe importance of belief systems and mindsetStart your 10 day free trial at https://thinkingslimmer.com/gold-free-trial/Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this powerful episodes, Amanda shares how she broke free from lifelong yo-yo dieting and constant sugar cravings by changing her mindset rather than following another diet. After struggling with weight regain and what felt like uncontrollable urges for sugary foods, she started Slimpod and began listening to her body instead of eating by habit. By waiting until she was genuinely hungry and choosing more protein-based foods, her cravings reduced, her energy stabilised, and she lost around 1.5 stone early on.The biggest shift wasn’t just weight loss—it was food freedom. She no longer feels pulled toward sweets, doesn’t obsess over food, and has let go of the scales, trusting how her body feels instead.We DiscussAmanda’s history of yo-yo dieting and weight cyclingThe “last chance” moment that pushed her to changeInsulin resistance and constant sugar huntingHow mindset shifts reduced cravings naturallyEating when hungry vs eating by routineLetting go of scales and trusting body signalsThe shift from food obsession to food neutralityEarly internal battles with food vs effortless change laterIncreased energy and improved wellbeing without sugar highs/lowsPractical advice: trust the process, notice small mindset shifts, and stick with itContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Rosalind shares how Slimpod transformed far more than her weight. After years of low confidence, binge eating, and negative self-talk, she’s now free from binging and feels truly content for the first time in her life.While her weight loss has been gradual, the biggest shift has been mental — building self-worth, confidence, and a kinder relationship with herself.We discuss:Breaking free from binge eatingHealing negative self-talk and low confidenceWhy slow weight loss can feel easier and more sustainableLetting go of food guilt and “all or nothing” thinkingThe power of daily wins and consistencyBuilding a positive mindset and self-trustWhy Slimpod became more than just weight lossContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thinkingslimmer.com/Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Dee shares how she lost over 4 stone after starting Slimpod at 74, following years of failed diets and feeling completely out of control around food.For decades she struggled with overeating, afternoon snacking and the exhausting cycle of losing weight and putting it back on again. Slimpod helped her change that by shifting her mindset around food. Instead of guilt, restriction and “I’ve blown it,” she learned to make better choices, trust herself and move on after treats without spiralling.By changing her habits, listening consistently and focusing on progress rather than perfection, Dee has not only lost the weight but feels happier, calmer and more in control than she has in years. She describes the experience as life-changing.We discuss:- Starting Slimpod after years of failed diets- Losing over 4 stone and feeling back in control- How afternoon snacking had been her biggest challenge- The power of “eat less, move more, choose better”- Letting go of all-or-nothing thinking around food- Enjoying treats without guilt or falling off track- Reduced anxiety and felt happier in herself- Why is it never too late to change, whatever your age- Rediscovering confidence, cooking and the enjoyment of lifeContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Debra shares how, at 72, she transformed her health, dropped five dress sizes, and lost 19 inches with Slimpod. After years of stress, menopause, and failed dieting, she finally found a way that worked.Within days of starting, she noticed her natural full signal return. By listening to the pods, eating smaller portions, and moving more, she created lasting change without feeling like she was on a diet.We discuss:Why dieting had stopped workingNoticing her full signal againUsing smaller plates and eating less naturallyLosing five sizes and 19 inchesBuilding confidence through walking and movementCompleting a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathonWhy the pods were the key to her successContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this episode, Lizz shares how she lost three and a half stone after starting Slimpod just before going on an all-inclusive holiday.For years she struggled with emotional eating and the familiar cycle of dieting, slipping up, and then giving up entirely. Slimpod helped her break that pattern by changing her mindset around food. Instead of starting over “on Monday,” she learned to focus on the very next choice she made.By letting go of guilt, enjoying treats occasionally, moving more, and rebuilding her relationship with food, Lizz has not only lost the weight but maintained it — something she’d never managed before. She describes the experience as truly life-changing.We discuss:Starting Slimpod just before an all-inclusive cruiseHow her mindset around finishing food changed within daysLosing 3½ stone and maintaining the lossThe shift from dieting to stopping dieting entirelyBreaking the cycle of “I’ve blown it so I might as well eat everything”Emotional eating and how childhood experiences shaped her relationship with foodMaking healthier choices without restriction or guiltThe importance of the next choice rather than starting again tomorrowSmall, consistent exercise habitsContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this honest and thought-provoking episode, Roz shares how she’s lost over six stone while combining Slimpod with a GLP-1 medication — and why she knows this time it’s sustainable.Before Slimpod, she was morbidly obese, pre-diabetic, exhausted, and fighting insulin resistance, Hashimoto’s and constant food noise. As a busy teacher and mum of two, she felt like she was battling her own body.Slimpod helped her lose her first stone, fall back in love with movement, and completely reframe her relationship with food. When her progress plateaued, she chose to add Mounjaro privately — not as a magic fix, but as another tool.Now nearly six stone down, Roz feels calm around food, free from obsession, and confident that when the injections stop, the weight won’t return.We Discuss:• Life before Slimpod: pre-diabetes, exhaustion, size 22/24, and feeling like a “hot mess”• Losing over six stone since May 2024• Starting with Slimpod before adding GLP-1• The fear many people have about coming off injections• Why relying only on appetite suppression can backfire• Staying on lower GLP-1 doses because of the mindset work• Letting go of scale panic and trusting the downward trend• Loving movement againContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this powerful episode, Hannah shares how she lost over five stone and, for the first time, knows it’s staying off.Before Slimpod, she struggled with binge eating, constant discomfort, and years of failed diets. A holiday setback nearly pulled her back into old habits — until she realised that one bad day doesn’t have to become a bad week.Now, Hannah feels free. She eats with awareness, moves because she wants to, and no longer feels controlled by food. Five stone lighter, she’s happier, calmer, and confident this time is different.We Discuss:Life before Slimpod: binge eating, discomfort, and diet cyclesLosing five stone over approximately 16 monthsThe holiday setback and why resetting repeatedly kept her stuckThe breakthrough moment: accepting that bad days don’t define the journeyHow the pods helped rewire her mindsetThe shift from food obsession to feeling in controlSlower eating, smaller portions, and no longer finishing plates automaticallyLetting go of “breakfast is the most important meal” guiltEnjoying treats without bingeingThe powerful question: “What is this actually giving my body?”Movement becoming a desire rather than a choreEmotional freedom — from school chairs to zip wiresSelling old “just in case” clothes instead of storing themConfidence that the weight is staying offContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this powerful episode, Sandra welcomes Alison, a health professional and long-time yo-yo dieter who has finally found sustainable success in her weight-loss journey. What makes Alison’s story remarkable is her dual approach: she has lost nearly 4 stone using both Slimpod and Mounjaro—but with a huge emphasis on changing her mindset and relationship with food.Together, they explore the emotional, psychological, and practical aspects of combining medical support with behaviour change to achieve long-term results. Alison opens up about her previous struggles with diets, the moment she refused to go on blood pressure meds at 53, and how Slimpod helped her shift her food choices naturally—without restriction or guilt.We discuss:Avoiding lifelong blood pressure medication at age 53 as her catalyst.Why Slimpod helped Alisonwant to eat differently Her choice to stay on a low 2.5mg dose of Mounjaro without side effects.Losing weight every week since June 2025, and going from size 22 to 14.How exercise (Jazzercise) became fun instead of a chore.Her husband’s passive weight loss (10kg) just by listening to Slimpod with her at night.The ripple effect: she's now using Slimpod principles in her professional work with families.Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone; sharing helps others experience life-changing results!

In this inspiring episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis talks with Sian, a teacher and Slimpodder who’s lost over 6 stone—and gained a whole new outlook on life. Once crippled by low self-esteem and emotional eating, Sian shares how Slimpod helped her rewire her brain, break free from food habits, and start showing up with confidence at work and at home.From understanding the trauma behind her eating patterns to no longer being tempted by sugar, Sian’s transformation is proof that when you change your mind, everything changes.How Sian went from self-doubt to applying for leadership rolesThe impact of childhood trauma and stress on adult eatingWhy emotional eating no longer controls herFrom size 22 to size 10–12 without dietingHow she broke her sugar cravings and ditched the scalesHer top Slimpod tip: “Be kind to yourself”Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone, sharing helps others experience life changing results!

In this uplifting episode, Sandra speaks with Tamzin, a much-loved member of the Slimpod community. Tamzin opens up about how she broke free from overeating, silenced her food cravings, and lost 20 kilos without dieting. After years of yo-yo weight loss, she now lives a balanced, sustainable lifestyle, maintaining her results with ease. She also shares how becoming part of the community management team has brought new purpose, joy, and motivation to her life.We discuss:How “Move and Groove Monday” became a source of joy and motivation in the Slimpod Facebook groupThe transformation in Tamzin’s appetite, cravings, and portion sizes—without counting caloriesReplacing habits of overeating with new, healthy routinesLosing 20 kilos between September and Easter, and maintaining that weight loss for over 7 monthsHow Slimpod helped her overcome food noise and the constant mental chatter around cravingsThe power of the Chillpod and daily listening to break the 9pm snack and drink habitLetting go of the yo-yo dieting cycle and ditching the need for oversized clothing "just in case"The emotional shift from seeing herself as overweight to confidently embracing her new identityBuilding a lifestyle that no longer requires control or restriction—just natural balanceHow helping others in the community reinforces her own successTamzin’s advice to anyone struggling: focus on creating a positive mindset through wins, engagement, and kindnessContact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠⁠Thinkingslimmer.com⁠ Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone, sharing helps others experience life changing results!

In this episode, Sandra speaks with Amy, who opens up about her powerful transformation from food obsession and binge eating to confidence and control. Once consumed by calorie counting and guilt, Amy shares how therapy and the Slimpod programme helped her rebuild her relationship with food, ditch the scales, and find joy in eating again—guilt-free. Most importantly, she’s now showing her children what a healthy, positive relationship with food looks like.We discuss:Food noise and mental obsession: How constant calorie counting and guilt took over Amy’s life.Life before Slimpod: From scale addiction and binge eating to diet pills and emotional burnout.Therapy + Slimpod: How this combination helped Amy heal her eating habits and self-worth.Letting go of the scales: Learning to measure success through confidence, not weight.Being a role model: How Amy’s new approach to food is creating a healthier legacy for her kids.Amy’s top tip: “Don’t set expectations. Go in open-minded and enjoy the journey—it’s like learning to drive; once it clicks, it’s life-changing.”Loved this episode or have a story to share? We'd love to hear from you!Contact us:Read Sandra’s book: The Weight’s Over – Take Back Control - The weightsover.com Visit: www.thinkingslimmer.comFollow: @Sandraroycrofftdavis on InstagramEmail: [email protected] Subscribe: To The Weight’s Over Live Show wherever you get your podcasts.Because when you change your mind, you change everything.

In this powerful episode, Sandra is joined by Laura, who spent over 30 years stuck in a cycle of emotional eating, self-doubt, and yo-yo dieting. Laura opens up about the deep emotional roots of her relationship with food and how Slimpod helped her finally break free. From secretly bingeing chocolate at her desk to walking 12,000 steps a day and completing the MoonWalk, Laura shares how she found lasting change — one craving, one mindset shift at a time.We discuss: Growing up in 80s/90s diet culture and its long-term effectsHow food became a way to cope with every emotionThe constant mental noise around food — and how she silenced itWhy Laura no longer sees food as good or badHow Slimpod helped her rebuild her foundations from the inside outThe surprising impact of cutting out emotional snackingWhat led her to sign up for the MoonWalk and how walking changed herWhy she no longer chases weight loss goals — and trusts her body insteadHer belief that Slimpod is a “programme of continuous improvement”Contact us:Email: ⁠[email protected]: @SandraroycroftdavisWebsite: ⁠Thinkingslimmer.com Hit subscribe for more inspiring real-life transformationsLeave a review or share this with someone who struggles with emotional eating

In this powerful episode, Sandra is joined by Tracy Marshall, who shares her remarkable journey of losing 7 stone (nearly 100 pounds/45kg) with Slimpod — without dieting, deprivation, or food obsession. Tracy opens up about years of yo-yo dieting, shame from slimming clubs, and a moment of truth that changed everything: her daughter’s upcoming wedding.From ditching secret snacks to feeling confident in a custom-fit dress that ended up too big (!), Tracy's story is a celebration of mindset shifts, body trust, and real, lasting transformation. Her honesty about hitting a plateau, managing fear of regain, and finding joy in movement will resonate deeply with anyone who’s been stuck in the "start again on Monday" cycle.We Discuss:Tracy’s long history of dieting and why it never workedLosing weight without following a diet or strict rulesHow Slimpod helped her stop secret eating and food stressThe emotional pressure of her daughter’s wedding — and the dress that ended up too bigWhat a plateau really means and why it’s not failureWhy mindset, not willpower, is the key to lasting changeHow forgiveness, consistency, and self-trust keep the weight offContact us:Visit: www.thinkingslimmer.comEmail:  [email protected] The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis. Theweightsover.com🗣 If Tracy’s story inspired you, please share this episode and leave a review. Your journey to freedom from dieting might start today.

In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra speaks with Sally-Anne, who spent over 20 years in the obese category and had been dieting since she was 16. After decades of trying everything — from the cabbage diet to the skinny jab — she finally broke free from diet culture with Slimpod. Now two dress sizes down, with a whole new mindset and a renewed love for movement, Sally-Anne shares the honest truth about what finally worked.We discuss: Sally-Anne’s 28-year battle with dieting — and how she never reached her goal, even on her wedding dayThe emotional toll of daily weigh-ins and why the scales "held her hostage" for yearsHow Slimpod changed her habits from day one, starting with less snacking and slower eatingThe freedom of ditching diets — and the end of brutal self-talk and emotional sabotageDropping from a size 18+ to a size 14 — and how it feels to finally wear a dress she bought 4 years agoWhy measuring success through clothes and tape (not scales) kept her motivatedThe shift from "I have no willpower" to “I believe I can” — and how Slimpod rewired her mindsetHer new love of exercise — from walking more to returning to tap dancing after 30 yearsDiscovering "instinctive intermittent fasting" without effort or denialSetting her next goal: reaching size 12 — something she’s never achieved in her adult lifeHow kindness, confidence, and consistency became her new tools for successContact us: Visit: www.thinkingslimmer.com Email: [email protected]

In this powerful and emotional episode, Sandra chats with Sue, who spent almost 60 years dieting — starting at age 13 — and finally found freedom at 70. After decades of failed attempts, weight gain, and food obsession, Sue transformed her life with Slimpod. She’s now four and a half stone lighter, no longer a slave to chocolate or calories, and feels in control for the first time ever. If you think lasting change isn’t possible later in life, Sue will prove otherwise.We discuss: Sue’s early start with dieting and how it shaped her relationship with foodThe emotional toll of yo-yo dieting for over 50 yearsHow Slimpod helped her lose weight without feeling deprivedLearning to eat mindfully and intentionallyWhy her plane seatbelt moment changed everythingLetting go of chocolate after a lifetime of addictionHow slow, consistent changes built a lasting transformationHer advice to anyone starting: “Take it one small change at a time.”Contact us:Email: [email protected]: @SandraRoycroftDavisWebsite: thinkingslimmer.comSubscribe for more real stories and expert insights

In this inspiring episode, Sandra talks with 70-year-old Mary, whose story proves that age and chronic illness don't have to hold you back. After battling ME for nearly a decade and struggling with weight gain, Mary found a path to health, confidence, and control through Slimpod. This conversation is packed with honesty, encouragement, and powerful mindset shifts.We discuss:Mary’s experience living with ME for nine years and how it impacted her weight and lifestyleWhy traditional approaches (supplements, diets, exercise) only offered temporary reliefHow a food intolerance test unexpectedly led to a turning point in her recoveryMary's emotional connection to food, desserts — and how Slimpod changed her thinkingThe difference between Slimpod and hypnosis — and why it worked for MaryHow Mary regained control over her portion sizes, comfort eating, and full signalsThe mindset shifts that helped her say “no” to dessert — for the first time ever!Life a year later: dancing five nights a week, walking her dog, and feeling energizedHow she manages her ME now with awareness, boundaries, and self-kindnessWhy she believes Slimpod’s approach is so powerful — and why she recommends it to others.Contact us:Visit: www.thinkingslimmer.com Email: [email protected]📚 Read The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis. Theweightsover.com🗣 If Mary’s story inspired you, please share this episode and leave a review. Your journey to freedom from dieting might start today.

In this inspiring episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis is joined by Slimpodder Amy, who shares her transformative journey from years of yo-yo dieting and calorie counting to food freedom and body confidence. Amy opens up about how she broke free from restrictive thinking, ditched the scales, and finally learned to trust herself around food. Now a size 8-10 after starting at a size 14, Amy proves that lasting change is possible when you shift your mindset and embrace a more mindful, nourishing approach to health.The emotional toll of years spent calorie counting and dietingHow Slimpod helped Amy trust herself with food againReplacing fear with food curiosity and nutritional knowledgeDitching diet culture and the ‘good vs bad’ food mindsetOvercoming emotional eating and binge cyclesWhy small, consistent changes beat quick fixes every timeAmy’s daily 10-minute movement routine and her "micro goals" approachTips for mindful eating and long-term habit changeHow food can be fun again – without guilt or restrictionContact us:Learn more about Slimpod: www.thinkingslimmer.comGet Sandra’s new book – The Weight’s Over: theweightsover.com Follow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisQuestions or feedback? Email us at: [email protected]🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with someone who needs hope and a new way forward with food.Because when you change your mind, you change everything. 🧠💛

In this inspiring episode, Sarah joins Sandra to share her powerful transformation story — from yo-yo dieting and obsessive food thoughts to food freedom and self-trust. After losing the same 3 stone three times using willpower, Sarah finally discovered a lasting solution with Slimpod. With no calorie counting, no food tracking, and no buddies needed, Sarah did it differently — and this time, it stuck.We discuss: Why losing weight before always relied on willpower and obsessionHow Slimpod silenced the food noise — from day oneThe freedom of not thinking about calories or living by an appReaching her lowest weight since her 20s — and maintaining itWhat “Project Me” means and why going solo worked for herEating less without ever feeling hungryHow she reconnected her brain with her bodyThe moment she realised she had finally changed for goodHer advice for anyone just starting: "You have to want it enough."Email: [email protected] Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis Website: www.thinkingslimmer.comLove us:Subscribe for more real conversations and expert insightsLeave a review — your words help others discover this life-changing communityShare this episode with a friend who needs a fresh startBecause when you change your mind… you change everything.

In this inspiring episode, Sandra chats with Pip, a Slimpodder who has completely transformed her relationship with food, movement, and mindset. From years of emotional eating and yo-yo dieting to feeling calm, in control, and living a balanced life — Pip’s story is a powerful example of what's possible when you trust the slimpod process and focus on long-term change over quick fixes.Tune in as Pip shares how she dropped four dress sizes, ditched the diet mentality, and now moves her body with joy — not punishment. If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating, self-sabotage, or believing in your ability to change, this episode will give you the hope and motivation you need.We discuss:Pip began slimpod in January and followed the simple daily habits: listening to the pods and tracking three daily wins.She noticed immediate mindset changes — less food obsession, fewer emotional triggers, and a natural shift toward healthier choices.Exercise became a source of joy and mental wellbeing, not just a weight-loss tactic.She’s dropped from a size 18 to a size 12–14 in just four months, and more importantly, feels mentally lighter and more confident.Pip shares how letting go of guilt, embracing moderation, and committing to long-term change helped her break free from decades of food-related struggles.The psychological roots of emotional eatingHow slimpod bypasses willpower and taps into mindset changeReplacing all-or-nothing thinking with moderation and self-trustThe importance of removing shame and guilt from foodHow physical movement supports mental healthWhy putting long-term goals first creates sustainable change📨 Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: www.thinkingslimmer.com📲 Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis

In this emotionally powerful episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra speaks with Janet, a Slimpod community member from Canada, who shares her life-changing journey of overcoming emotional eating. From childhood influences to generational patterns, Janet opens up about how she gently unraveled the roots of her food habits—and found true freedom. Her story is one of healing, empowerment, and breaking free from diet culture for good.Recognising emotional eating: Janet didn’t realise food was tied to her emotions—until Slimpod helped her become aware of long-held patterns.The role of childhood and family: How early life experiences (like her grandmother’s cookies and a childhood diet at age 9) shaped her emotional responses to food.Letting go of food as a crutch: Janet learned that emotions don’t need to be "fed." Whether angry, excited, or sad, she can now experience feelings without turning to food.Setting boundaries with love: Janet shares how she redefined her relationship with her mother by setting respectful limits—freeing herself from past resentment.Shifting habits gently: Without forcing herself, Janet gradually adopted new habits like intermittent fasting and mindful eating. She started eating less, not out of restriction, but because she didn’t need the food.Exercise with compassion: Living with an autoimmune condition, Janet focuses on safe, strengthening movement like physiotherapy and aquatic therapy—proving that being gentle is powerful.No scales, no obsession: She’s ditched the daily weigh-ins and instead celebrates non-scale victories—like fitting into smaller clothes and feeling stronger.From survival to freedom: Janet beautifully explains how Slimpod subtly reprogrammed her thinking—so that she naturally desires what’s good for her, without willpower or shame.Loved Janet’s story? Want to explore the freedom she’s found?👉 Visit www.thinkingslimmer.com👉 Follow Sandra on instagram @sandraroycroftdavis📧 Questions or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] Don’t forget to subscribe to The Weight’s Over wherever you get your podcasts—and if Janet’s journey inspired you, leave a review to help others find their way to food freedom.

In this empowering episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis welcomes special guest Erika Andersen — leadership coach, bestselling author, and passionate advocate for positive aging — to explore the transformational power of mindset. Erika joined the Slimpod community and discovered the final missing piece in her lifelong journey of self-mastery: letting go of her limiting belief that older women must be overweight. At 73, Erika shares how Slimpod helped her align her internal vision with her external reality, finally feeling “light, deep, strong, and magical.” We Discussed:Why Erika says Slimpod was the final piece of the puzzle in her personal growth journeyLetting go of self-limiting beliefs around age and body imageHow managing your interior monologue and self-talk can change your lifeThe surprising power of keeping things simple and being kind to yourselfHer book The New Old and its message for thriving in your 60s, 70s, 80s and beyondContact us:Follow Sandra on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisSign up for our 10 day free trial at thinkingslimmer.com

In this deeply moving episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra speaks with Frances, a long-time Slimpodder who has not only lost weight — but kept it off for 10 years. Frances shares how her weight gain was rooted in childhood trauma, and how Slimpod helped her break free from emotional eating, reclaim her self-worth, and build a life she truly loves.Now in her 60s and feeling fabulous, Frances reflects on how healing the mind was the key to lasting change. This is not just a story of weight loss — it’s a story of resilience, mindset, and choosing self-love every day.We discuss:Frances’s early life and the trauma that shaped her relationship with foodWhy her weight gain felt like a form of protectionThe moment she realized Slimpod was working — and how it quietly shifted her habitsHow emotional eating stems from survival, not weaknessThe long-term impact of rewiring the brain through consistent listeningThe role of self-love and personal development in sustained successHow healing herself changed how she shows up for others — including her daughter and grandsonFrances's advice to new Slimpodders: “Just turn up for yourself, believe in the process — it works.”Contact us: Follow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis Read Sandra’s new book: Theweightsover.comJoin the Slimpod community: www.thinkingslimmer.com

In this episode of The Weight’s Over Live Show, Sandra Roycroft-Davis talks with Louise, a former Slimming World consultant who broke free from dieting and lost 4½ stone, dropping from a size 22 to a size 12 with the Slimpod programme.Louise shares how changing her mindset helped her stop emotional eating, end her obsession with the scales, and finally feel happy in her own skin. She discovered freedom from guilt, learned to eat intuitively, and even fulfilled her lifelong dream of riding her pony, Dolly. Her journey is about more than weight loss — it’s about self-belief, patience, and lasting change.We discuss:How Slimpod helped Louise retrain her brain and escape “diet thinking.”Breaking free from the Slimming World mindset and guilt-driven eating.Why real transformation takes time — and why that’s okay.How letting go of food as a “treat” created emotional freedom.The power of celebrating small wins and using non‑food rewards.Finding confidence, joy, and self-acceptance through mindset change.Your journey to food freedom and self‑trust starts here. Website: www.thinkingslimmer.comEmail: [email protected]: @sandraroycroftdavis on social media for more inspiring stories and expert insights.Because when you change your mind, you change everything.

In this powerful episode, Sandra chats with Diane , who shares how just a few months on the Slimpod programme completely transformed her health and relationship with food. Diane reveals how she went from struggling with emotional eating, IBS, and type 2 diabetes to living symptom-free—without any medication.Since starting in March 2025, Diane has:Lost 2½ stoneReversed type 2 diabetesCome off all medication for diabetes and cholesterolEliminated IBS symptoms after 30+ yearsShifted to a natural, intuitive way of eating—guided by her brain, not a diet planAdopted a low-carb Mediterranean lifestyle rich in salads, fish, and healthy fatsReplaced sugary cravings with balance and self-trustImproved her mobility and delayed knee surgery through weight lossHer biggest advice: “Trust the process. Everyone’s journey is different, but the change will come.”Contact us:Email: [email protected]: www.thinkingslimmer.comFollow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisLeave a review on your podcast app – your words help others find their way to food freedom

In this uplifting and deeply inspiring episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis sits down with Julie, a nurse living with fibromyalgia, who shares how she broke free from 40 years of yo-yo dieting, emotional eating, and chronic pain. Julie's story is one of quiet strength, self-compassion, and the life-changing impact of the Slimpod programme. From struggling with energy, binge eating out of boredom, and sugar cravings… to dropping two dress sizes and feeling stronger, calmer, and more in control — this is the kind of transformation that brings real hope. We Discuss:How a medical comment at age 17 triggered decades of dietingJulie’s battle with fibromyalgia and how it impacted her eating habitsThe surprising effect of starting with 1 minute of exercise a dayWhy Slimpod worked when nothing else didDitching daily weigh-ins and the self-sabotage cycleHow Julie’s mindset, sleep, energy, and self-worth completely changedNavigating lockdown alone without turning to food for comfortWhy this is not just a weight loss programme, but a whole life shiftContact Us:Inspired by Julie’s story or want to share your own?👉 Email us at [email protected]👉 Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandraroycroftdavis👉 Learn more at www.thinkingslimmer.com

In this episode, Sandra Roycroft-Davis talks to Annette, a Slimpod member who experienced a powerful transformation. After starting Slimpod on April 1st, 2025, she noticed that her food noise — the constant mental chatter about eating — disappeared almost immediately. Even during a six-week holiday in France and Spain, surrounded by rich foods and family indulgences, Annette didn’t gain any weight. More importantly, she felt calm, in control, and completely free from the emotional battle with food. Her story is a compelling example of how sustainable weight loss comes from mindset change, not restriction.How food noise disappeared from day one of using SlimpodManaging six weeks abroad with no weight gain and no guiltChoosing pastries, bread, and cheese in moderation — naturally and without willpowerThe mental shift from food obsession to quiet confidenceHow portion control became instinctive, not forcedThe end of emotional eating, even during stress and jet lagNo longer being ruled by the scales or daily weigh-insReplacing the internal food battle with peace and self-trustHow Slimpod’s science-based approach resonated with Annette’s background in biochemistryGet in touch:Email: [email protected]: www.thinkingslimmer.comFind the book: https://theweightsover.com/ Follow on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Weight’s Over Live Show, Sandra Roycroft-Davis, creator of the award-winning Slimpod programme, speaks with Jen—a nurse and mum—who has lost 8 stone and taken back control of her life. Once on the brink of bariatric surgery, Jen shares how Slimpod helped her transform her mindset, reconnect with her body, and become the role model her daughter deserves.We discuss:Jen's emotional turning point How the birth of her daughter motivated her to changeThe guilt and fear she carried through pregnancy at a higher weightWhy diets had always failed her beforeThe emotional shift from food obsession to freedomNon-scale victories: wearing her engagement ring again, fitting in chairs, enjoying bathsDiscovering joy in movement—going from struggling to walk to running a 5KThe power of reframing: birthdays, holidays, and celebrations aren’t about food—they’re about connectionTrampolining, Zumba after shifts, and the itch to moveLearning to interrupt emotional eating with movementHow a Slimpod buddy helped her stay grounded during wobblesThe importance of trust, persistence, and self-compassionBecoming a role model in every sense—for her daughter and herselfContact Us:Want to find out more about Slimpod or find more useful tips?📩 Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: https://www.thinkingslimmer.com📱 Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis🎧 Subscribe to The Weight’s Over wherever you get your podcasts!

Sandra chats with James, who shares his powerful story of combining Slimpod with the weight-loss injection Mounjaro. After losing 5.5 stone, James opens up about what really works when it comes to sustainable weight loss — and why changing your mindset is just as important as changing your habits.James' journey: From yo-yo dieting to long-term transformationWhy Slimpod and Mounjaro together worked How Slimpod helped silence food noise and build healthy habitsThe reality of appetite suppression vs. mindset changeJames’ biggest fear — regaining the weight after stopping the injectionsHow education, coaching, and support gave him confidenceSurprising side effects: reduced interest in alcohol and increased self-esteemKey advice for anyone considering weight-loss jabs: research, talk to professionals, and don’t rely on shortcutsWe’d love to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Website: www.thinkingslimmer.com Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a transformational story.