Have you ever felt like your brain just won't stop thinking about food? What to eat, how much you ate, whether you made the right choice — the constant mental chatter that never seems to quiet down? The medical world calls it "food noise," and they've even created a billion-dollar drug to silence it. But nobody is talking about what Scripture says about it. Until now.

In episode 155 of the Overweighted podcast, we're breaking down food noise from a Biblical perspective — what it actually is, where it really comes from, and why diet culture may have made it worse. We'll explore what God's Word says about our thought life, the renewing of our mind, and what it looks like to finally find peace around food — not through a prescription, but through the truth of Scripture.

In this episode we cover:

• What "food noise" is and why it's trending in the medical and wellness world
• How diet culture created and fueled the problem
• What the Bible says about obsessive thoughts, the mind, and where our focus belongs
• 3 practical, faith-based steps to begin silencing food noise for good
• How to respond to the objection that this is purely a medical issue

If you are a Christian woman who is tired of dieting, exhausted by the mental weight of food obsession, and ready to trust God's Word over diet culture's rules — this episode is for you.

🎙️ Listen now and then come continue the conversation with us inside the Whole + Holy Girls Club — our community of Christian women on a real, faith-filled weight loss journey.

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In episode 154, I’m sharing what actually happened over the last year - where I’ve been, what I was walking through, and the truth God had to show me about my weight loss journey.

Because this wasn’t just about being busy. It wasn’t just about life getting hard.

There were areas where I stepped out of alignment… and it showed up in my life and in my body.

If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of starting over, emotional eating, or knowing what to do but not doing it… this episode is going to open your eyes to what’s really going on.

We’re also talking about the new direction of the podcast and why we’re no longer focusing on surface-level weight loss.

This is about:

• what’s actually keeping you stuck
• the patterns most women ignore
• and why this journey has to be led by God if you want it to last

Because this isn’t just physical.

It’s spiritual.

✨ NEXT STEP

If you’re ready to stop starting over and actually walk this out with God, grab the free workshop:👉 MalaikaBurley.com

🔗 CONNECT

Instagram + YouTube: @malaikaburley

💌 CONTACT

Email: overweightedpodcast@gmail.com

In episode 153, this is a raw and real live session where I’m sharing my personal weight loss journey—how I went from nearly 400lbs and years of yo-yo dieting to experiencing freedom not just in my body, but in my heart and mind. I talk about: - Growing up without weight struggles but falling into people pleasing - How trying to find validation in food, money, and others left me empty - What finally broke the cycle and why enough was enough - How God met me in my mess and taught me that He alone is enough - Starting my YouTube channel with no views but full obedience - Losing emotional and mental weight while losing physical weight - Why I now coach from calling not from results - And the truth: even if I gained every pound back, my identity is still in Christ If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating, people pleasing, or tying your worth to your weight... this one is for you. Let’s talk about the weight that doesn’t show up on a scale—and the One who can truly set you free.

⭐Ready to break free from what's blocking you? Join me for the 2 day online workshop: http://malaikaburley.com/breakfree

💙Hang out with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/malaikaburley

🙌Grab my book: https://amzn.to/3o7rDw0

In episode 152, we're discussing that if you’ve ever lost weight, only to gain it all back (plus more), you are not alone. That yo-yo dieting cycle is exhausting—and discouraging.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 deeper reasons why you keep yo-yo dieting and what you can start doing differently today Inside this video, we’ll talk about:

• Why relying on willpower alone isn’t enough (and what God offers instead)
• What happens when you only address the body but ignore your spirit and soul How to stay grounded when “life is life-ing” and everything goes off track
• Why rules and restriction won’t heal emotional eating And how to follow God’s plan for weight loss—not the world’s

⭐️ If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck, it’s time for a new approach—one rooted in healing, not hustling.

📘 Ready to break free from emotional eating? My Lose50 Mindful Eating Course walks you through how to pause with purpose, eat with intention, and invite God to the table with you: 👉 http://loseyourfirst50.com

🎥 Watch next: https://youtu.be/cRm2wGsnnDs

📖 Scripture Reference: Psalm 139

Because the world doesn’t know you like He does—and only God can write your weight loss story.

👑Want my help?

- Join My Coaching Community for Christian Women on a Weight Loss Journey: http://wholeandholygirls.club

- Book a one on one call: http://malaikaburley.com/call

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🙌Grab my book: https://amzn.to/3o7rDw0

In episode 151, we discuss that we think that we need more willpower, motivation, or discipline to be more consistent. But that's trying to attack the behavior of being inconsistent when there are underlying issues. Let's take a look at what's really stopping you from being consistent and following through on your weight loss journey. Plus I'll share some Biblical keys to help you overcome so that you can find yourself being more consistent than ever before.

👑Want my help?

- Join My Coaching Community for Christian Women on a Weight Loss Journey: http://wholeandholygirls.club

- Book a one on one call: http://malaikaburley.com/call

💙Hang out with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/malaikaburley

🙌Grab my book: https://amzn.to/3o7rDw0

In episode 150, we're discussing that if you're a Christian woman trying to lose weight, it's easy to focus only on food, workouts, and willpower—but what about your faith? In this video, I share 5 powerful reasons why getting into God’s presence is essential for lasting weight loss. I’ll also walk you through my own personal journey and how inviting God in changed everything for me.

Scriptures I referenced: 2 Kings 6:17, John 15:4-5, Psalm 100:4

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- Women on a Weight Loss Journey: http://wholeandholygirls.club

- Book a one on one call: http://malaikaburley.com/call

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In episode 149, I'm sharing what I believe that the Lord is speaking over His daughters regarding their weight loss and wellness journeys for this month. Spend some time in prayer with Him and meditate on these scriptures.

👑Want my help? Join My Coaching Community for Christian Women on a Weight Loss Journey: http://wholeandholygirls.club

Book a one on one call: http://malaikaburley.com/call

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🙌Grab my book: https://amzn.to/3o7rDw0

In episode 148, we are praying over our 30 days with one last prayer and confirmation from the Lord. Thank you Lord for the work that You have done. 🙌🙌🙌

👑Want my help? Join My Coaching Community for Christian Women on a Weight Loss Journey: http://wholeandholygirls.club

Book a one on one call: http://malaikaburley.com/call

💙Hang out with me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/malaikaburley

🙌Grab my book: https://amzn.to/3o7rDw0