03: Transforming Negative Self-Talk

12/03/24 • 14 min

Hey everyone, and welcome back to the How to Eat Cake on a Diet podcast! I’m Jody, and today we’re diving into a topic that can make or break your success—self-talk.

Whether you realize it or not, the words you say to yourself shape the way you see yourself, your goals, and your potential. Positive self-talk can motivate and uplift you, while negative self-talk can sabotage your efforts before you even start. So today, we’re exploring how shifting from self-criticism to self-compassion can change everything.

We’ll talk about:

✅ Why we default to self-criticism (hint: it’s wired into us for survival)
✅ How negative self-talk impacts your mindset, motivation, and even physical health
✅ The brain science behind self-compassion and how it helps you stick to your goals
✅ Practical strategies to reframe negative thoughts and create a more supportive inner dialogue
✅ Why how you talk to yourself is one of the most important factors in lasting success

I’ll also share Rachel’s story—a Project 10 challenger who broke free from the cycle of harsh self-judgment and completely transformed her journey by changing the way she spoke to herself.

If you’ve ever struggled with shame, guilt, or the all-or-nothing mindset, this episode will help you rewrite your inner dialogue so you can approach your health goals from a place of confidence and self-trust.

🔹 Listen now and start speaking to yourself with the kindness you deserve! 🔹

🔹 Listen now and start breaking free from the diet cycle today! 🔹

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Hey everyone, and welcome back to the How to Eat Cake on a Diet podcast! I’m Jody, and today we’re diving into a topic that can make or break your success—self-talk.

We’ll talk about:

I’ll also share Rachel’s story—a Project 10 challenger who broke free from the cycle of harsh self-judgment and completely transformed her journey by changing the way she spoke to herself.

🔹 Listen now and start speaking to yourself with the kindness you deserve! 🔹

🔹 Listen now and start breaking free from the diet cycle today! 🔹

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Trailer: How to Eat Cake on a Diet

Finding balance in health and wellness doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and it definitely doesn’t require giving up the foods you love! How to Eat Cake on a Diet is your go-to podcast for real strategies to build a healthy, sustainable lifestyle—without falling for fads or quick fixes.
This podcast is brought to you by Project 10—the 10-week challenge designed to help you create lasting habits, not restrictions.

Hosted by Jody Chandler, this show is all about creating lasting change by focusing on habits, not restrictions. Whether you’re tired of the diet rollercoaster or just looking for practical tips to feel your best, we’ve got you covered.

What You’ll Learn:

Science-backed strategies for sustainable weight loss
How to build habits that fit your life (and stick with them!)
Practical ways to enjoy food without guilt
Real talk on overcoming common challenges like emotional eating and motivation dips

Each episode offers inspiration, tools, and actionable steps to help you ditch restrictive diets and embrace a lifestyle that works for you. If you’re ready to feel confident, empowered, and in control of your health journey, tune in now!

Project 10 is all about building a healthy relationship with food, learning to move with intention, and focusing on progress over perfection. It’s not about fad diets or unrealistic goals—it’s about finding a balance that works for you, your life, and your health.

🔹 Listen now and start breaking free from the diet cycle today! 🔹

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05: Creating a Healthy Environment

Welcome back to How to Eat Cake on a Diet! I’m Jody, and today we’re talking about a game-changer for long-term success—creating an environment that supports your health goals.

Your surroundings play a huge role in shaping your behaviors, habits, and daily choices. It’s not just about willpower or motivation—it’s about setting yourself up for success by making healthy decisions the easiest option.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

✅ Why your environment matters more than willpower
✅ How small tweaks in your home, kitchen, and daily routines can make healthy choices effortless
✅ Simple ways to remove temptation and create an environment that makes consistency easier
✅ Why the people around you influence your success—and how to build a supportive social circle
✅ Practical, real-life strategies to make movement, stress management, and meal prep second nature

I’ll also share Donna’s story—a Project 10 challenger who completely transformed her eating habits without relying on willpower, simply by changing her environment.

If you’re tired of feeling like you have to fight yourself to stay on track, this episode will show you how to design a space and routine that works with you—not against you.

🔹 Listen now and start making healthy choices feel easy and natural! 🔹

🔹 Listen now and start breaking free from the diet cycle today! 🔹

How to Eat Cake on a Diet - 03: Transforming Negative Self-Talk

Transcript

Hey everyone, this is 'How to Eat Cake on a Diet Podcast'! I’m Jody, and today we’re tackling a topic that can make or break your health journey—self-talk. Whether we realize it or not, the words we say to ourselves shape the way we see ourselves, our goals, and our potential for success. Positive self-talk can motivate and uplift, while negative self-talk can sabotage and hold us back. So, today, we’re going to explore how transforming self-talk from self-criticism to self-compassion