Holiday Hunger - When It’s Not About the Food

Thanksgiving is around the corner (whether you celebrate it or not)... and the holiday mindset is already in full swing: comfort food, nostalgia, and that little voice saying, “It’s fine… I’ll start again in January.”

But what if your holiday cravings have nothing to do with food?

In this episode, we unpack why you might find yourself halfway through a slice of pumpkin pie wondering, “Why did I even want this?” It’s rarely about the pie. It’s about the emotions, memories, and patterns your brain has linked to food since childhood.

You’ll learn:

• Why “holiday hunger” isn’t physical…it’s emotional and situational
• How old family patterns can sneak back in and hijack your eating
• Why resisting cravings makes them louder
• The real reason holidays feel so triggering for women over 40
• What your emotional cravings are really trying to communicate
• 3 simple Thanksgiving strategies

And because I love you… I’m giving you a sneak peek into a powerful new resource I’m creating: The Mind–Body Reset for Women Over 40: 5 Mindset Shifts That Help Your Body Work With You, Not Against You. It’s a deep, transformational ebook designed to help you understand your body, your mind, and your cravings on a whole new level…and it will be 100% free when it launches.

If you want first dibs on the ebook when it’s ready, come over to Instagram @weightlossforwomenover40 and DM me.

You deserve a holiday season that actually feels good… on every level.

The Silent Source of Back Pain No One Talks About with Mark Thiesmeyer Hook

In this episode of Weight Loss for Women Over 40, host Nikki T welcomes a very special guest...Mark Thiesmeyer Hook , an exercise physiologist, registered dietitian, and founder of Align Athlete.

Together, they dive into a topic every woman over 40 can relate to: back pain...why it happens, what’s really causing it (spoiler: it’s not just your age!), and what you can do to finally find relief.

Mark shares his personal story of falling off a roof in college, suffering from chronic back pain for years, and how that led him to create the innovative Glute Activator, a self-care tool designed to help realign your pelvis and relieve pressure on your lower back.

Nikki also brings her background as a physical therapist assistant and former professional ballet dancer into the conversation, explaining how posture, daily sitting habits, and alignment all play a huge role in how your body feels...and functions...after 40.

If you’ve ever sneezed and thrown your back out, or if you’re tired of living with that “background hum” of pain, this episode is for you. Learn simple, practical ways to move better, reduce pain, and take ownership of your body...without endless meds or doctor visits.

🎧 Tune in to learn:

• Why most back pain isn’t a 911 emergency
• How sitting affects your sacrum and glutes
• The connection between mindset, posture, and pain
• How to realign your body and feel better fast

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Why Letting Go Helps You Lose Weight

If you’ve ever felt like the harder you try to control your food, your body, or your weight… the more it seems to fight back, this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, Nikki T unpacks the hidden truth about control ... why it feels safe, but secretly keeps you stuck ... and how loosening your grip can actually make weight loss easier.

You’ll learn:

Why your brain equates control with safety (and how that backfires)

How “tight grip” thinking triggers cravings, rebellion, and burnout

The difference between discipline and disconnection

Simple mindset shifts to replace control with connection ... and finally feel at peace in your body

This isn’t about giving up ... it’s about learning a whole new way to trust yourself.

When you stop micromanaging your body and start listening to her, everything changes: food, energy, and the way you see yourself.

You don’t have to fight your body to change it.

You just have to make her feel safe enough to let go.

Next week, I open the doors to my Ultimate Holiday Bundle!

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The Weight Loss Witch Hunt: Breaking the Spells Dieter’s Mentality Cast on You

Ever feel like you’ve been under a spell when it comes to dieting?

You know ...that voice that says, “I can’t eat that,” “I’ll start Monday,” or “I just need more willpower.”

That’s not willpower talking ...that’s the dieter’s mentality, and it’s been bewitching women for decades.

In this playful but powerful Halloween episode, Nikki T exposes the mental spells that keep women stuck in the endless weight loss loop ...guilt, shame, all-or-nothing thinking, and the illusion of control.

You’ll learn how to break free from these old patterns, rewrite your “spellbook” with empowering thoughts, and finally step into lasting weight loss from a place of trust, not punishment.

Because the truth is ...you’re not cursed.

You’ve just been conditioned.

And once you break the spell, everything changes.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The “diet spells” that sneak into your thoughts and sabotage your progress.

Why guilt and shame act like potions that keep you stuck in the all-or-nothing loop.

How the scale can hypnotize your worth ...and how to break its spell for good.

Simple, science-backed mindset rituals to rewire your thinking and rebuild trust with your body.

A short “mindset potion” affirmation you can use daily to release diet culture’s grip on your mind.

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Monster in the Mirror - Making Peace with the Parts of You You’ve Been Afraid to Face

Ever look in the mirror and feel haunted by that inner voice that says, “You should be further along by now” or “Why can’t you just get it together?”

In this Halloween-inspired episode, Nikki T takes you on a lighthearted but powerful journey into the monsters that live in your mind — the craving creature, the perfectionist phantom, and the comparison ghost. 👻

You’ll discover how these parts of you aren’t your enemies — they’re just misunderstood protectors. Nikki breaks down the psychology behind emotional triggers, cravings, and self-sabotage, showing you how to stop running from the parts of yourself you’ve been scared to face.

By the end, you’ll learn how to turn your inner monsters into allies, reclaim your power, and see your reflection through compassion, not criticism.

If you’re ready to finally make peace with the “monster in the mirror,” this one’s for you.

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As the weather turns colder, it’s easy to feel like hibernating under blankets, reaching for comfort food, and putting your goals on pause. But cozy doesn’t have to mean complacent.

In this episode, Nikki T dives into the seasonal mindset shifts that happen when the cold sets in—and how to stay energized, motivated, and connected to your goals even when your body is craving warmth and stillness.

You’ll learn:

• Why your brain naturally wants to slow down in the cold and how to work with it, not against it.
• The difference between autopilot comfort and intentional comfort
• Practical ways to move, energize, and feel alive—even when all you want to do is stay under the blanket.
• How to turn cozy winter rituals into fuel for your mindset, motivation, and well-being.

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the season without losing momentum, balance comfort with conscious action, and embrace the winter months with energy, warmth, and intention.

Whether it’s brisk walks in the cold, mindful cozy meals, or creating intentional rituals at home, this episode gives you the mindset tools to thrive—not just survive—this season. 🔥

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Why Saying Yes is Weighing You Down

Are you a people pleaser? Always putting everyone else’s needs before your own? In this episode of Weight Loss for Women Over 40, Nikki T breaks down how people pleasing patterns sabotage your weight loss journey. If you’ve ever struggled with saying “no” and wondered why your progress feels stalled, this conversation will shift everything.

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Lifetime access to Master Your Mind to Change Your Body group program is going away in a couple days. I want to urge you to go to https://www.weightlossforwomenover40.net/group today if you want to have lifetime access to all my current programs and any future updates I make. Imagine having me walk you through to the body you want and then still to be your guide to maintaining your new body AND having the mindset skills to know you will never ever have to ever look for another diet EVER again!

Hey, it’s Nikki T., and welcome back to Weight Loss for Women Over 40. I help women over 40 master their minds so they can change their body…that might be by pounds dropping off or the way you look at yourself or the way you look at your weight loss journey. But it all starts in your mind. When you master the skill sets you can have your body look however you want it to look.

Today, we’re diving into a topic that so many women struggle with but rarely talk about openly...the emotional eating trap

If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for food when you’re not physically hungry, or feeling stuck in a cycle of eating to soothe feelings, this episode is for you.

We’re going to explore why emotional eating happens, how to spot it, and most importantly, how to break free and find real nourishment for your body and soul.

You will learn: What is emotional eating? Why emotional eating happens How to spot emotional eating How to break free

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