Why We Overeat with Maggie Sterling

Ever notice how easy it is to spot what's wrong instead of what's right? In this episode, Maggie and Ryan discuss our tendency to focus on problems and complaints rather than beauty and joy. Our brains seem wired to notice the negative, making complaints and judgment our default mode. This negative focus impacts not just our personal happiness but also our relationships with others, as we bond over shared complaints rather than gen...

In this deeply personal episode, Maggie shares her transformative experience attending a week-long Dr. Joe Dispenza meditation retreat. After struggling with chronic health issues for 18 months, she found herself immersed in a powerful environment of healing and connection. Maggie opens up about the challenges of intense meditation sessions, the beautiful community she discovered, and how this retreat pushed her beyond her comfort ...

In this episode, Maggie interviews Vibe Club member Tori who lost 30 pounds in one year through a refreshingly simple approach. Tori shares how she overcame her initial skepticism and found success by focusing on one small change at a time. Instead of restricting her favorite foods or forcing herself to exercise excessively, she discovered how to transform her relationship with food. Listeners will learn how Tori maintained steady ...

Do you find yourself spiraling after one overeating incident, convinced you've ruined everything? In this episode, Maggie and Ryan discuss why catastrophic thinking creates emotional states that make it nearly impossible to get back on track. They explore why many people struggle to see alternatives when caught in negative thought loops about their weight loss journey. Discover why the stories you tell yourself after making a small...

Doubt is one of the biggest obstacles standing between you and your weight loss goals. In this episode, Maggie and Ryan explore why we get trapped in patterns of self-doubt that keep us from taking meaningful action. They discuss how our brains are wired to resist change and why most people quit during what they call "the messy middle." If you've ever felt like weight loss might work for others but not for you, this episode tackles...

Are you stuck in "protein prison" - forcing yourself to eat foods you don't even like in the name of weight loss? In this episode, Maggie and Ryan explore the complicated relationship between nutrition choices and diet mentality, diving into why our reasons for eating certain foods matter more than the foods themselves. They discuss how many women get trapped in patterns of restriction and binging when they prioritize "healthy eati...

Feel like you've tried everything and can't seem to make progress with weight loss? In this episode, Ryan gives Maggie challenging scenarios that trip up many women on their weight loss journey, and she delivers powerful motivation for each one. From scale fluctuations to stress eating cycles, they tackle the mental barriers that make you feel like giving up. Discover why your past doesn't have to dictate your future success and ho...

In this episode, Maggie and Ryan discuss the importance of breaking out of autopilot mode to create real change in your life. They explore how many people wake up and immediately allow external inputs to dictate their day instead of choosing intentionally how they want to feel and act. The hosts share personal experiences about observing their thought patterns and how these directly impact emotions and behaviors. This conversation ...

In this special episode, Maggie sits down with Szid, a longtime Vibe Club member who has maintained her goal weight for the past two years. Syd shares her personal journey from strict keto dieting to finding sustainable food freedom and mental peace. Their conversation explores the challenging transition between restriction and overeating, while revealing the surprising truth about food noise and obsessive thoughts. Listeners will ...

Ever wonder why you can't seem to stop binge eating, no matter how hard you try? In this episode, Maggie dives into a pattern that many women don't recognize in their weight loss journey. If you've ever felt frustrated by your lack of "willpower" around food or blamed yourself for binge eating, this episode will help you understand what's really going on. Learn why the common approaches to...

Why do we keep running back to diets that have never worked for us? Even when we know they don't work long-term, we find ourselves drawn back to restrictive eating, calorie counting, and quick fixes. It's like that ex we keep texting - we know it's not good for us, but something pulls us back every time. In this episode, we dig into why it's so hard to fully let go of dieting, even when we're trying to do things differently.

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Are you endlessly analyzing every aspect of your weight loss journey? Maybe you're diving deep into protein timing, obsessing over workout zones, or trying to decode why the scale went down after an off-plan day. While the diet industry tells us weight loss is a complex puzzle to solve, all this detective work might actually be keeping you stuck. You find yourself focused on perfecting minor details while overlooking the obvious pa...

Are you trapped in an exhausting cycle of food rules, scale obsession, and "healthy" restrictions that never quite lead to lasting peace? Diet mentality runs deeper than most realize, silently controlling daily choices while masquerading as discipline and health consciousness. Even when you think you've found the "perfect" way of eating, those underlying beliefs keep you stuck in patterns of restriction and rebellion. The freedom t...

Ever wonder why weight loss feels so much harder than it should? In this raw and honest episode, Maggie and Ryan dive deep into that frustrating space between putting in the work and seeing actual results. They explore why our brains fight us during this phase and why the way we typically think about progress might be working against us. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still not seeing the changes you wan...

Do you ever find yourself caught in the cycle of thinking you need to be "stricter" or more "restrictive" with your eating to see results? In this episode, we're diving deep into what restriction really means and why the way most people think about it might be holding them back. We'll explore why your brain defaults to restriction-based solutions, how that impacts your relationship with food, and a completely different way to think...

Most people expect weight loss to feel great - after all, isn't that what we're working toward? But what happens when reducing your overeating brings up unexpected feelings of loss, anger, and grief? In this episode, Maggie and Ryan explore the surprising emotional landscape of eating less, including why you might feel resentful or sad about letting go of overeating. They dive into why watching others continue to overeat can feel p...

Ever feel like listening to your hunger signals would lead to total chaos? Like your body is sabotaging your weight loss efforts and can't be trusted? This episode takes on the viral meme about "just listening to your body" and breaks down why that common reaction misses a crucial distinction. We explore what's really happening when you think your body is demanding junk food and endless portions. Discover why rebuilding body trust ...

Ever feel like you're two different people when it comes to food? You make a solid plan in the morning feeling motivated and confident... but by afternoon, that version of you seems to vanish into thin air. In this episode, we dig into why this happens to so many of us and unpack the real reason your food plans might not be sticking. We explore the sneaky ways diet mentality can sabotage even our best intentions, and share a comple...