For decades, Amy believed weight loss was about willpower, discipline, and eating the “right” foods. She spent thousands on programs that promised results, but they all failed. The turning point? Realizing she was an emotional eater—and finally learning how to change the real issue.

In this episode, Jennifer and Amy dive into the weight loss myths that keep women stuck, why restrictive programs don’t work, and how true transformation comes from tackling emotions, not food rules. Amy shares how she stopped fearing food, lost 13 pounds, and built a new level of confidence that extends beyond the scale.

If you’re done with dieting, exhausted by weight loss gimmicks, and ready for a science-backed, sustainable approach, this episode will change the way you think about your body and your health.

In this episode: 

00:00 – Amy’s wake-up call: Recognizing emotional eating

03:40 – The exhausting cycle of over-exercising and dieting

05:07 – Investing $10,000 in a weight loss coach… and gaining weight

06:34 – The false promise of high-protein diets and metabolism “fixes”

08:18 – Why some weight loss programs make women feel worse

09:42 – The power of coaching and the moment everything clicked

11:35 – Why science—not willpower—determines weight loss success

12:42 – The game-changer: How emotional work made the weight finally drop

16:29 – No more fear of food: Navigating social events with confidence

19:58 – How weight loss impacts self-esteem, relationships, and career

21:53 – Amy’s advice to women who feel stuck

Episode Resources:

• Learn more about the Powter Method for Permanent Weight Loss here
• Read Jennifer's books for free - "Diet Disruption" and "Stop Sabotaging Your Weight Loss"
• Book a FREE Weight Loss Breakthrough Call here. 
• Join my free Diet Disruption Facebook Community here.
• Got a burning question about weight loss, mindset, emotional eating or breaking free from the dieting cycle? I’d love to hear it! You can Ask Me Anything here

Subscribe and Review:

Loved today's episode? Share it with a friend and subscribe to "Weight Loss Simplified" on your favorite podcast platform. 

Leave us a five-star rating and a review on iTunes; your feedback helps us grow and reach more people on their weight loss journey.