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Have you ever wondered if real, lasting change is possible after years of dieting, restriction, and shame?

Meet Allison, a 48-year-old woman who lost over 50 pounds—not through another diet, but by finally breaking free from the cycle of emotional eating. Her story is raw, inspiring, and proof that freedom with food is possible at any age.

After decades of yo-yo dieting and using food to cope with stress, grief, and disconnection, Allison stumbled upon the Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast. What started as casual listening turned into a lifeline: she devoured over 100 episodes in six months and began to rebuild her relationship with food from the inside out.

With simple but powerful tools—like learning to ask herself “Am I really hungry?” before eating—Allison began to distinguish between emotional hunger and true physical needs. The result? She shed the weight and gained resilience to navigate profound personal losses without turning to food.

Her story isn’t about perfection. She’s candid about ongoing challenges with urges to binge—but the difference now is compassion over criticism, progress over punishment. For anyone doubting whether food freedom is possible, Allison’s journey is a powerful reminder: the path to transformation begins with understanding why you eat.

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Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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Your brain makes over 20,000 decisions a day, and by evening, decision fatigue sets in. That’s when it feels nearly impossible to make healthy food choices, especially if you’re tired, stressed, or emotional. But what if you could bypass that mental exhaustion and set yourself up for success?

In this first installment of the Back to Basics series, we’re diving into meal planning—not because it’s a cliché “diet tip,” but because it’s scientifically proven to work with your brain’s natural wiring. When you have a clear plan, your brain perceives safety and order, allowing your logical prefrontal cortex to stay in control. Without one, your brain interprets restriction as a threat, triggering panic and poor decisions.

Meal planning isn’t about rigid rules—it’s about giving your brain the structure it craves. It reduces the constant chatter around food, frees up mental energy, and even provides a natural dopamine reward that reinforces positive habits. By working with your brain, not against it, you can break free from emotional eating and build habits that actually last.

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3 . Website: https://www.kristinjonescoaching.com

If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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What does real self-care look like? For years, I silently judged people who focused on their appearance—thinking it was shallow or vain. But a recent experience completely shifted my perspective.

In this episode, I share how I went from dismissing appearance-based self-care to realizing that true confidence comes from honoring both the internal and external parts of who we are. From my journey with hormone replacement therapy to a Halo laser treatment that sparked the comment, “You’re 57, by now you should just be okay with it”—I’ll unpack the moment that changed everything for me.

Self-care isn’t just bubble baths or meditation, and it isn’t just skincare or workouts. It’s about choosing practices—inside and out—that make you feel strong, confident, and aligned with your values. When we stop labeling certain types of care as “shallow” and others as “worthy,” we free ourselves to create resilience and self-trust that radiates through every area of life.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s “okay” to care about how you look—or questioned whether you’re doing self-care the “right” way—this episode will give you the permission you’ve been waiting for.

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3 . Website: https://www.kristinjonescoaching.com

If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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Are you feeling frustrated with weight loss, despite doing “all the right things”? You’re not alone—and the solution may be far simpler than you think. In this week’s episode of The Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast, host Kristin Jones explores how cutting out one common habit—snacking between meals—can dramatically shift your weight loss progress and relationship with food.

Kristin shares her evolution from prescribing rigid food plans to guiding clients with a more intuitive, sustainable approach rooted in real-life behavior. Drawing inspiration from naturally slim individuals who don’t obsess over dieting, she breaks down the four major reasons why eating just three nourishing meals a day—without snacks—can be a game-changer. From reclaiming control over emotional eating to activating your body’s natural fat-burning systems, this episode dives into both the mental and physiological wins that come from a no-snacking lifestyle.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why snacking may be sabotaging your weight loss without you realizing it
• How cutting snacks puts you back in control of your emotional and physical hunger
• The body’s natural fat-burning process—and how to trigger it
• How three satisfying meals a day create more intentional, balanced nutrition
• Why this habit shift is a foundational step in overcoming emotional eating
• What to look for when distinguishing real hunger from emotional cravings

Whether you’re stuck in a weight loss plateau, overwhelmed by emotional cravings, or simply tired of the all-or-nothing diet cycle, this episode will give you a grounded, doable strategy that creates clarity, consistency, and confidence around food. Tune in and learn how one simple change can spark powerful transformation.

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If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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What happens when you trade financial security for soul-fulfilling work? Pamela Pope's transformation from tech sales executive to fitness professional offers a masterclass in following your intuition despite fear and uncertainty.

In this deeply personal conversation, Pamela shares how two corporate layoffs became the catalyst for embracing her true calling in the fitness world. Though initially intimidated by the financial implications, she discovered that the ability to witness her direct impact on clients' lives provided a satisfaction that no sales commission could match. "I finally feel like I'm doing what I was meant to be doing," she reflects, capturing the essence of vocational alignment.

Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate Pamela's insights into the Legree method—a challenging Pilates-inspired workout focused on time under tension rather than flow—and how this training modality became her gateway into full-time fitness instruction. As both a personal trainer and master Legree instructor, she brings a unique perspective on sustainable health practices that prioritize long-term lifestyle changes over quick fixes.

What truly distinguishes Pamela's approach is her commitment to authenticity. Rather than positioning herself as an untouchable fitness guru, she openly shares her own struggles with food and body image, creating deeper connections with clients. This vulnerability extends to her recent participation in the Hyrox endurance competition, where despite feeling intimidated by elite athletes, she embraced being outside her comfort zone and formed meaningful community connections.

For anyone contemplating their own fitness journey, Pamela offers refreshingly practical advice: start absurdly small. Drawing from James Clear's "Atomic Habits," she advocates for micro-goals like taking a five-minute walk rather than attempting dramatic transformations that quickly fizzle out. Her philosophy centers on extending your "health span" to match your lifespan—maintaining functional independence and joy throughout your entire life.

Ready to take your first small step toward lasting change? Listen now and discover how tiny actions can transform your relationship with fitness, career, and fulfillment.

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2. You Tube channel, Kristin Jones Coaching: https://www.youtube.com/@KristinJonesCoaching44

3. You Tube channel, Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@breakthroughpodcast-44
3 . Website: https://www.kristinjonescoaching.com

If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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Are you dealing with stubborn sugar cravings, belly fat that won’t budge, or unexplained muscle loss—even though you're doing "all the right things"? You’re not crazy—and you’re definitely not alone. These symptoms may be tied directly to hormonal shifts that start as early as your 30s and ramp up during perimenopause and menopause.

In this powerful episode of the Breakthrough Emotional Eating podcast, I share my personal journey with hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the latest science on protein needs for women in midlife, and simple shifts you can make today that will radically improve your energy, cravings, and body composition.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• ⚡ Why women lose up to 8% of their muscle mass every decade after 30—and how to stop the acceleration during menopause
• 🥩 Why the old protein guideline (0.8g/kg) is outdated—and what new research recommends instead (1.2–1.6g/kg daily)
• ⏰ How protein timing—especially first thing in the morning—can stabilize blood sugar and crush afternoon cravings
• 🧠 The surprising link between hormones, insulin resistance, and emotional eating
• 💪 What to eat (and when) to protect your metabolism, boost muscle retention, and feel strong for decades to come

Whether you're proactively preparing for hormonal shifts or deep in the midst of them, this episode will give you clear, actionable strategies to reclaim your health and feel empowered in your body.

🎧 Ready to take control of your cravings and build strength from the inside out?
Tune in now—and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it.

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3 . Website: https://www.kristinjonescoaching.com

If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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Ever feel like your willpower betrays you—especially when it comes to food, habits, or self-sabotage? That’s not a flaw in your character; it’s a clue. In this episode, we explore the subconscious mind—the silent powerhouse behind 95% of your decisions. You’ll learn why all the intention in the world can’t overcome deeply embedded beliefs formed between ages one and seven, especially if those beliefs tell you that change isn’t safe, success isn’t for you, or food is your only comfort.

I’ll walk you through why traditional methods like positive thinking, strict routines, or willpower alone often fall short. The real breakthrough? Combining conscious change with subconscious rewiring. Using Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), we can access and reframe the original root of limiting beliefs—while you remain fully present and aware in a relaxed, receptive state. When this subconscious shift is paired with practical tools and habit work, true, lasting transformation becomes possible—and easeful.

You'll also hear about my new program, Six Weeks to Freedom, designed to help you stop fighting yourself and finally align your actions with your desires. This unique blend of hypnotherapy and coaching includes two RTT sessions and four transformational coaching sessions over six weeks. Whether you're battling emotional eating, procrastination, low confidence, or chronic people-pleasing, this program meets you at the root. It’s a powerful opportunity to create real change—limited to just five participants in this special beta round. Check the link in the show notes to learn more and grab your spot!

To learn more about 6 Weeks To Freedom, click here.

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3 . Website: https://www.kristinjonescoaching.com

If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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From Policy to Pilates: Rewriting the Rules of Food, Fitness, and Fulfillment with Sebastian Lim

What happens when a public health professional trades spreadsheets and systems for sweat and soul work?

In this powerful and unexpected conversation, host Kristin Jones sits down with fitness coach Sebastian Lim, whose career pivot from healthcare policy to hands-on coaching reveals what it really takes to transform your relationship with food and movement. If you’ve ever felt trapped by emotional eating, confused by diet trends, or disconnected from your body, this episode will meet you where you are—and invite you to grow.

Sebastian’s journey is more than inspirational; it’s refreshingly honest. From navigating a five-year vegan lifestyle to launching a gender-inclusive Pilates brand, his insights push past conventional wellness wisdom and challenge us to embrace evolution—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Top 5 Lessons from this Episode:
✨ Movement as Joy, Not Punishment – Learn why falling in love with how your body moves can be the antidote to emotional eating.
✨ You’re Allowed to Evolve – Sebastian’s personal shift from veganism to a more flexible diet reminds us that our bodies and needs change—and that’s okay.
✨ Food ≠ Emotional Support – Kristin and Sebastian unpack the idea that food should fuel, not comfort.
✨ Fitness is for Everyone – Discover how Sebastian’s new project Pilates Boys is breaking down gender barriers in movement spaces.
✨ Ditch the Rigidity – Whether it’s your meal plan or your workout routine, flexibility and authenticity matter more than perfection.

💡 Whether you're looking to heal your relationship with food, add more joy to your workouts, or simply give yourself permission to grow—this episode delivers.

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If you want to learn more about how to stop overeating at meals and lose weight easily, get my How To Stop Overeating At Meals Guide: https://go.kristinjonescoaching.com/stop-overeating

Needing more specific and direct support for your emotional eating and overeating? Check out my online course, Stop Dieting Start Feeling, and my personalized coaching program, Breakthrough To You.

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