Journal For Weight Loss - The Unexpected Tool for Sustainable Weight Loss

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Can putting pen to paper really help you lose weight? We tackle this question head-on, exploring the fascinating science behind journaling for weight loss and why something so simple proves remarkably effective for sustainable results.

The power lies in awareness. By tracking food choices and emotional triggers, journaling illuminates hidden patterns that sabotage progress. One compelling example comes from Mark, who'd struggled with yo-yo dieting for years until journaling revealed his extensive mindless snacking – a revelation that transformed his approach almost overnight. This mirrors research cited by Lestallion showing that consistent journalers maintain significantly higher accountability and motivation.

Beyond mere tracking, effective weight loss journaling addresses the whole person. Sarah's success story demonstrates how recording emotions alongside meals, using affirmations, and setting actionable weekly goals created comprehensive transformation. She not only lost inches but gained energy and better sleep – highlighting how journaling builds the foundation for overall wellbeing, not just weight management.

The approach varies by personality: guided journaling with prompts works like having a coach asking the right questions, while freeform writing allows for deeper exploration and unexpected insights. Alternative techniques like gratitude and affirmation journaling further strengthen the crucial mind-body connection, cultivating the positive mindset necessary for lasting change.

Ready to try it? Start simple – five minutes daily with any notebook will do. The key is consistency and patience, understanding that journaling creates the foundation for sustainable transformation rather than overnight results. Share your journaling experiences with us – we'd love to hear how this powerful practice impacts your health journey!

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right.
So today we're going to betaking a deep dive into
something that well.
Honestly, I've always been alittle bit skeptical about
Journaling for weight loss.

Speaker 2 (00:07):
Yeah, I can see why people might raise an eyebrow at
that.

Speaker 1 (00:10):
Like putting pen to paper.
Can that really help us, youknow, shed those extra pounds?
I mean, we're not exactlytalking about like a miracle
cure here, but we do have somereally interesting material to
dig into today, some researcheven, and actually a lot of it's
coming from this company,lestallion.
They seem to be like all aboutthis whole journaling for weight

(00:31):
loss thing.

Speaker 2 (00:42):
Well, it is fascinating how much emphasis
Lestallion puts on the power ofjournaling, especially for
self-awareness, which, let'sface, it, is absolutely crucial
if you actually want to make anylasting changes.
They even cite some studiessuggesting that people who
consistently journalspecifically for weight
management are much more likelyto stay, you know, accountable
and motivated.

Speaker 1 (00:53):
Oh, they talk about that accountability piece a lot
and you know, it actually makesme think of my cousin Mark.
He'd been yo-yo dieting foryears like nothing seemed to
stick.
And then he started jottingdown his food choices and it was
crazy.
Almost overnight it was like aswitch just flipped, he told me.
Seeing it all written down mademe realize just how much like
mindless snacking I was doing.

Speaker 2 (01:13):
It is amazing what simply recording our actions can
do right To bring that level ofawareness, because really
that's what a journal is.
A record that you can look backon and really learn from your
own patterns.
You start to connect the dotsbetween your actions and their
consequences.

Speaker 1 (01:29):
For sure.
And speaking of the Stallion,they seem to have designed their
journals with that very purposein mind.
They really highlight featureslike numbered pages, really
thick paper, 120 GSM actually,and these durable covers like
faux leather.

Speaker 2 (01:44):
Interesting actually, yeah, and these durable covers
like faux leather Interesting,and you know, if you think about
it, those design choicesactually become pretty relevant
in the context of weight loss.
Because with numbered pages,for example, you get that sense
of organization, that cleartracking makes it easier to see
your progress over time.
And then that durableconstruction means the journal
can handle being, you know,tossed in your bag, taken to the

(02:04):
gym.
It really becomes like aconstant companion on your
journey.

Speaker 1 (02:08):
Yeah, and they are really.
They're big on the no bleedthrough aspect of that thick
paper.
It's like they want you to feelfree to just pour your heart
out on those pages withoutworrying about you know, ink
smudging.

Speaker 2 (02:20):
Right.
I mean, there's a psychologicalelement to that too A well-made
journal.
It just feels valuable, like aninvestment in yourself, which
in turn can make you moreinclined to actually use it.
And if you're more likely touse it well, you're more likely
to see those results you'reafter.

Speaker 1 (02:34):
So they really try to sell you on the quality.
I get it, but they also sharethis really compelling story on
their website Sarah's story.
And Sarah she'd been strugglingwith her weight for years, felt
overwhelmed by all the dietinformation out there, and then
she started using a Lestayanjournal.

Speaker 2 (02:55):
It really makes you think, doesn't it about how we
approach weight loss?
Is it really just about thefood we eat, or is there
something more to it?

Speaker 1 (03:00):
Well, in Sarah's case , she started tracking, yeah,
her meals and calories, but alsoher feelings how certain foods
actually made her feel.
She also used the journal forlike affirmations and setting
these weekly action steps forherself.

Speaker 2 (03:12):
That's a great example of how journaling can
become so much more than justsimple tracking right.
It can be a tool for processingemotions, setting goals, even
building a more positive mindset.

Speaker 1 (03:23):
And the results.
They kind of speak forthemselves, sarah.
She ended up producing inches,felt way more energetic and even
reported get this better sleep,all thanks to incorporating a
journal into her routine.

Speaker 2 (03:34):
And it's not just about the physical changes,
right, feeling more energetic,sleeping better those are huge
signs of improved overallwell-being, which, at the end of
the day, that's what we're allstriving for, isn't it?
What's so interesting aboutSarah's story is it kind of
highlights the importance ofbreaking down these big goals,
you know, into smaller, moremanageable steps.

Speaker 1 (03:56):
Yeah, like those action steps she mentioned, she
wasn't trying to like overhaulher entire life all at once.

Speaker 2 (04:01):
Exactly, and that's actually a key strategy for
behavior change in general.
We're just way more likely tosucceed if we can focus on those
small sustainable changes overtime.

Speaker 1 (04:10):
Okay, I see.
So how does that actually playout in the journal, though?
I mean, we talked abouttracking food and stuff, but
what are some other ways peoplecould use a journal like
specifically for weight loss?

Speaker 2 (04:20):
Well, there are actually different approaches to
journaling and Lestallion.
Their journals cater to a bitof both guided journaling and
then freeform.
Oh so with guided, it providesprompts, gives you some
structure, while freeform, asthe name suggests, allows, for
you know, a bit more flexibility.

Speaker 1 (04:37):
Gotcha, so is one better than the other?
I mean, I could see how theprompts would be really helpful
for someone who, you know, isn'treally sure where to start, but
I kind of also love the idea ofjust letting your thoughts flow
freely is on structure, thenguided journaling can be a great

(05:06):
option.

Speaker 2 (05:06):
The prompts they really help you focus your
thoughts, ensure you're coveringthose key areas.

Speaker 1 (05:08):
So it's kind of like having like a little coach right
there on the page like askingyou the right questions.

Speaker 2 (05:12):
Exactly Now.
Free form.
On the other hand, that can beincredibly freeing, right.
You can explore your thoughtsand feelings you know, in more
depth, without those constraints.

Speaker 1 (05:23):
Right, right.
That makes a lot of sense,especially for people who are, I
don't know, maybe more creative, introspective.

Speaker 2 (05:28):
Absolutely, and sometimes, you know, it's when
we allow our thoughts to kind ofwander freely that the most
profound insights they justemerge.

Speaker 1 (05:37):
Yeah, you know what?
This reminds me of a time whenI was trying to cut back on
sugar and I started using ajournal to track my cravings.

Speaker 2 (05:46):
And.

Speaker 1 (05:46):
I realized that most of them actually hit around like
3 pm, turns out I was justhitting that afternoon slump and
looking for a quick energyboost.
Once I figured that out, Istarted packing healthier snacks
, like an almond's fruit and thecravings they actually became
way more manageable.

Speaker 2 (06:00):
That is a perfect example of how journaling can
help you identify those patternsand then, you know, develop
strategies to actually breakthose unhealthy habits.

Speaker 1 (06:08):
Yeah, it's almost like you become like a detective
of your own behavior.

Speaker 2 (06:11):
Exactly.
You're gathering the evidence,analyzing the data and then
using that information to makemore informed decisions.

Speaker 1 (06:19):
So it really seems like the key takeaway here is
finding that right type ofjournaling that works for you.

Speaker 2 (06:25):
A hundred percent.
It's not about, you know,following a rigid set of rules.
It's about creating thispersonalized practice that
supports your own unique weightloss journey.

Speaker 1 (06:34):
Totally so.
We've got the Listallion methodand all, but are there like
other schools of thought when itcomes to journaling for this,
for weight loss, I mean?

Speaker 2 (06:42):
Oh, definitely.
There's a whole world ofjournaling techniques out there.
Some people they like to focuson gratitude.

Speaker 1 (06:51):
So they'll write down things they're thankful for
each day.
Oh, that's interesting.
I can see how that would bereally helpful.
Actually, it's so easy to getcaught up in you know what
you're not achieving, soreminding yourself of all the
good stuff, it probably helpskeep things in perspective.

Speaker 2 (07:04):
For sure, for sure.
It's all about cultivating amore positive mindset, which you
know can be incredibly helpful,especially when you're facing
those inevitable challenges.
And then there are others whofind success with like
affirmation journaling, whereyou're basically writing down
positive statements aboutyourself and your goals.

Speaker 1 (07:23):
Oh yeah, my sister tried that.
Actually she was training for ahalf marathon and she'd write
things like you know, I amstrong, I am capable, I will
cross that finish line.

Speaker 2 (07:33):
And did it work for her.

Speaker 1 (07:34):
She swears by it said it really helped her stay like
motivated and focused,especially on those days when
she, just you know, didn't feellike running.

Speaker 2 (07:42):
It all comes back to that mind body connection right,
when we believe in ourselvesand our ability to actually
achieve something, our actionsoften follow suit.

Speaker 1 (07:52):
So it's not just about what we write, but how
that writing actually like,influences our thoughts and
ultimately our behaviorsactually like, influences our
thoughts and, ultimately, ourbehaviors.

Speaker 2 (08:03):
Precisely Journaling, it becomes this tool for
shaping not just our actions,but also our mindset.

Speaker 1 (08:06):
Okay, that makes sense.
So we've talked about all thesedifferent journaling techniques
and everything, but how doesall of this like actually
translate into, you know, weightloss?

Speaker 2 (08:16):
Well, you can think of it this way Journaling it
helps us become more aware ofour patterns, both the helpful
ones and the maybe not sohelpful ones.
It can also help us managestress, which, let's be honest,
is a huge trigger for overeating.
And then, by setting intentionsand tracking our progress,
we're much more likely to staymotivated and make those
healthier choices.

Speaker 1 (08:36):
So it's not like the journal itself magically melts
away the pounds, but it createsthis supportive environment, I
guess, for making those positivechanges.

Speaker 2 (08:46):
Exactly.
It's kind of like building asolid foundation for a house.
You need that strong base tosupport everything else.

Speaker 1 (08:52):
Right, and that foundation includes things like
self-awareness, managing stress,having a more positive mindset
all things that journaling canreally help us cultivate.

Speaker 2 (09:04):
Absolutely.
It's not, you know, a quick fixor anything.
It's a long-term strategy for,you know, building a healthier
and happier relationship withfood and with our bodies.

Speaker 1 (09:12):
Okay, I see.
So if someone's listening tothis right now and thinking, all
right, I'm ready to give thisjournaling thing a try, what
would you say is like the bestway to actually get started?

Speaker 2 (09:21):
I think the best advice I could give is to well,
start simple.
Don't, don't overthink it.
Grab a notebook, a pen, or evenuse the Knights app on your
phone.
There are no hard and fastrules, right.
The important thing is to tojust start writing and be
consistent.
Yeah, Consistency is key, evenif it's just for, I don't know,
five minutes a day make it ahabit to just check in with

(09:45):
yourself you know, reflect onyour experiences.

Speaker 1 (09:47):
It's like well anything else.
The more you practice, thebetter you become.

Speaker 2 (09:49):
Exactly, and over time you'll really start to
notice those benefits, not justin terms of, you know, weight
loss, but in terms of youroverall well-being too.

Speaker 1 (09:58):
Okay, cool.
So as we wrap up this deep dive, I'm actually curious.
What's one thing you wish youhad known about journaling
before you started using ityourself?

Speaker 2 (10:07):
That's a great question.
I think I would have toldmyself to be a little more
patient, because results, theydon't happen overnight.
It really does take time todevelop that self-awareness, to
build those new habits and then,yeah, to finally see those
changes reflected on the scale.

Speaker 1 (10:23):
So embrace the journey.

Speaker 2 (10:25):
Absolutely Journaling .
It really is a process ofself-discovery and the most
important thing is to just bekind to yourself along the way
you know, celebrate those smallvictories, learn from the
setbacks and just keep movingforward, one step at a time.

Speaker 1 (10:39):
That's beautifully said.
This has been such aninsightful conversation.
I really appreciate you joiningme on this deep dive into
journaling for weight loss.

Speaker 2 (10:47):
It was my pleasure.

Speaker 1 (10:48):
And to our listeners.
If this deep dive sparked anyaha moments for you, we'd love
to hear about them.
Share your thoughts, yourquestions and even your own
journaling experiences.
Remember the journey to ahealthier and happier you starts
with a single step and maybe apen and paper.
Until next time, keep exploring, keep growing and keep those

(11:09):
journals handy.