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You’re not broken. You’re just stuck in a cycle that never worked. In this episode, I’m walking you through how to start a calorie deficit the right way—not the rushed, panicked way most people try when they’re running on fumes and desperation.

Whether you’ve tried calorie tracking before or you’re brand new to it, I break it down into manageable pieces. Because calorie tracking isn’t one thing. It’s a bunch of small behaviors stacked together. And if you can do them one at a time, you can win.

You’ll learn:

• Why you don’t need to track calories to lose weight (but when you should)

• What to do if your deficit isn’t working anymore

• How to break calorie tracking into small, doable pieces

• Why “patience” doesn’t mean “lazy”

• How to stop quitting every time the scale stalls

• A better way to think about your hunger, your routine, and your progress

I also share where I’m currently at in my own journey—yes, even coaches still have to work the process. I just came off a surplus phase, and I’m easing into a new deficit. I’ll tell you what I’m doing and what I’ve learned so you can apply it too.

🎉 BONUS: I’m hosting a free 3-day masterclass called The Mindset of Weight Loss from June 23–25.

This is the same mindset work I used to lose 125 pounds after an entire adulthood of obesity. Come learn how to stop the self-sabotage and take back control.

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00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey

01:22 Breaking the Cycle of Yo-Yo Dieting

02:10 The Importance of Adaptability in Weight Loss

03:24 Understanding Reverse Dieting

03:55 Chris's Personal Bulking and Cutting Experience

05:53 Starting a Caloric Deficit

08:17 Mental Strategies for Weight Loss

11:49 The Role of Time in Weight Loss

13:18 Tracking Calories and Deficit Planning

18:01 Frustration with Weight Loss Progress

18:09 Mocking the Negative Voice

19:09 Mindset of Weight Loss Seminar

20:16 Effective Calorie Tracking Tips

24:47 Portion Control and Hunger Awareness

32:03 Incremental Improvements and Kaizen

32:31 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, I flip the script on weight loss advice. Instead of telling you how to succeed, I walk you through exactly how to fail—on purpose.

If you’ve ever caught yourself repeating the same frustrating patterns, this episode will hit hard. I cover 10 common (and sneaky) self-sabotaging habits that make weight loss miserable, unsustainable, or straight-up impossible.

This episode is part mindset wake-up call, part reverse psychology, and 100% real talk. By the end, you’ll know whether you’re unknowingly setting yourself up to struggle—and what to do instead.

• Why extreme restriction sounds smart—but backfires fast

• How your self-talk is either sabotaging or saving you

• Why “fast results” is the wrong goal (and what to chase instead)

• The hidden danger of talking to the wrong people about your journey

• What happens when you assume you’re broken—and how to break that belief

🎯 The Mindset of Weight Loss Seminar — Join me for this free 3-day live training where I teach the mental shifts that kickstarted my 125-pound transformation. Starts June 23rd.

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In this conversation, Chris Terrell interviews Shelly about her personal journey with weight loss, chronic pain, and the emotional struggles that accompany these experiences. Shelly shares her past challenges, including her relationship with food, the impact of her weight on her life, and the turning point that led to significant change. 

In this conversation, Shelly shares her transformative journey through health challenges, including agoraphobia and a stroke, during the pandemic. She discusses how her experiences with medical professionals impacted her self-image and led her to focus on sodium management rather than traditional weight loss. 

As she navigates her health journey, she emphasizes the importance of mindset, the role of data in managing her weight, and the significance of creating a positive environment. Ultimately, Shelly reflects on her evolving perspective on weight loss and self-image, highlighting the continuous improvement in her life. In this conversation, Chris and Shelly explore the profound journey of self-discovery and transformation, focusing on the emotional aspects of weight loss, the importance of community support, and the shifts in self-image and identity. 

Shelly shares her experiences of grief for lost years, the role of community in normalizing struggles, and the necessity of pushing beyond comfort zones. They discuss the significance of living authentically and the encouragement needed for those hesitant to embark on their own journeys of change.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Background

00:13 Podcast's New Direction: Real-Life Stories

00:27 Traveling and Podcast Continuation

00:48 Introducing Shelly's Journey

01:26 Shelly's Initial Struggles and Realizations

03:31 Shelly's Weight Loss Attempts and Challenges

13:49 The Turning Point: Shelly's Stroke

21:10 Shelly's Sodium Journey and Initial Success

26:16 Discovering MyFitnessPal and Continued Progress

31:26 Shelly's Emotional and Physical Transformation

38:10 Overcoming Initial Limitations

39:00 Discovering New Tools for Weight Loss

39:29 Intentional Weight Loss Journey

41:08 Facing Plateaus and Stalls

46:37 The Role of Community Support

50:05 Personal Growth and Self-Reflection

57:56 Embracing a New Lifestyle

01:01:46 Advice for Those Starting Their Journey

01:06:10 Reflecting on Transformation

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In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell welcomes listeners to another week of their weight loss journey. 

Speaking directly to those over 300 pounds, Chris discusses the significance of small, sustainable changes over time and warns against the pitfalls of perfectionism and self-doubt. 

He parallels his deconstruction from Mormonism with the reconditioning needed for lasting weight loss and stresses the importance of having a supportive community. 

Chris concludes with motivational tips to keep moving forward, avoid quitting, and transform not just weight, but overall life habits.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Reflection

01:30 The Importance of Failure

02:03 Join the Community

02:32 Upcoming Event Announcement

03:28 Addressing the 300+ Pound Audience

07:03 Reconditioning and Personal Transformation

08:07 Deconstructing Mormonism and Obesity

15:12 The Power of Small Changes

20:35 Supportive Community and Progress

21:36 Understanding Internal Resistance

22:08 The Perfectionism Trap

25:30 Combating Perfectionism

28:39 The Voice of Self-Doubt

33:24 Finding Supportive People

36:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell shares insightful reflections on his six-year weight loss journey, during which he successfully lost 125 pounds without following any predefined diet or plan. 

Chris recounts the pivotal moment that began his transformation, including a challenge from his brother-in-law to move just 20 minutes three times weekly. He details his creation of a personalized plan focusing on small, sustainable lifestyle changes, his decision to cut out Diet Coke to prove his self-control, and his emphasis on mindset shifts. 

Through his story, Chris offers foundational advice: start with small, realistic changes like only eating when hungry and gradually build upon those habits. He encourages listeners to think long-term and consider joining his supportive community, the Guild of Champions, for continuous guidance and motivation.

Timecodes:

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Check-In

00:38 Chris Terrell's Weight Loss Journey

01:58 The Turning Point: A Personal Challenge

03:11 Forming a Plan and Taking Action

04:20 The Importance of Maintenance

13:06 Analyzing Past Diets and Strategies

26:13 Rethinking Weight Loss Strategies

26:58 The Slow and Steady Approach

27:45 Facing Personal Realizations

28:25 Setting Clear Goals

28:47 Admitting True Desires

30:58 Contemplating Mortality and Health

33:15 Developing a Personal Plan

33:52 Eating Less and Making Adjustments

41:26 Mindset Shifts and Principles

44:57 The Core Four and Final Thoughts

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Harnessing Fear, Finding Courage, and Building Your Inner Peace

In this episode of the Becoming Thin podcast, host Chris Terrell welcomes listeners to another week on their weight loss journey. Chris shares his personal experience with losing 125 pounds after a lifetime of yo-yo dieting and emphasizes the importance of learning from failures. He highlights the power of fear as a motivator and discusses the benefits of accepting reality and cultivating courage. 

Chris stresses the need for internal peace and how it positively impacts various aspects of life, including weight loss. 

He encourages listeners to build their own 'zen garden' in their minds, sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to achieve inner peace and show up authentically for loved ones. Chris also recommends several self-help books for addressing various personal challenges.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Journey

01:33 Join the Community

02:26 Overcoming Fear

06:39 Embracing Courage and Acceptance

12:36 Self-Improvement Resources

16:01 Building Your Zen Garden

20:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell discusses his personal weight loss journey of losing 125 pounds and highlights the importance of making permanent lifestyle changes for long-term success. Chris emphasizes the futility of quick-fix diets and stresses the need to modify habits, routines, environments, and belief systems. 

He introduces the concept of weight management versus weight loss and explains the significance of addressing emotional eating as a behavioral issue. Chris also shares insights on building a supportive community, the role of encouragement partners, and the specific challenges faced by members of his Guild of Champions. 

He encourages listeners to focus on sustainable, incremental changes and to understand the root causes of their weight issues rather than solely seeking temporary solutions.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey

02:24 The Importance of Community and Support

04:12 Guild of Champions and Tough Mudder Event

05:31 Special Guild Member Session

07:50 Weight Management vs. Weight Loss

15:29 Understanding Emotional Eating

31:41 The Role of Food in Weight Loss

32:45 Reflecting on Past Diets

33:30 The Turning Point: A New Approach

35:22 Understanding Hunger and Eating Habits

38:46 Emotional Eating and Behavioral Changes

42:51 The Journey to Sustainable Weight Loss

44:58 The Importance of Lifestyle Changes

01:00:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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Believing in Yourself: The Key to Sustainable Weight Loss

In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell shares insights on the importance of self-belief in achieving sustainable weight loss. 

He recounts his personal journey of losing 125 pounds and emphasizes the necessity of shifting belief from external diet plans to oneself. Chris discusses the challenges and setbacks he faced, the lessons learned from failures, and the importance of community support. 

He encourages listeners to join the Becoming Thin Facebook community and subscribe to his newsletter for more weight loss tips and support. This episode is a motivational guide on how to maintain faith in oneself through the ups and downs of a weight loss journey.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:36 Chris's Weight Loss Journey

01:12 Join the Community

01:51 The Power of Belief

02:27 Personal Struggles and Realizations

06:03 The Turning Point

07:15 Commitment to Self-Belief

12:01 Daily Affirmations and Persistence

17:50 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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This week’s episode is all about something most people think they understand—but have actually lost touch with: hunger.

Not cravings.

Not habit eating.

Not snacking just because it’s lunchtime or someone else is eating.

I’m talking about real, physical hunger—and what happens when you stop being able to feel it, recognize it, or trust it.

In this episode, I’ll break down:

• Why so many people lose connection to their hunger signals after years of dieting, emotional eating, and shame
• How your brain’s reticular activating system (RAS) is filtering out the signals your body’s been trying to send you
• What it means to become both the scientist and the test subject in your own transformation
• How to re-learn hunger like a forgotten language—and why it’s the skill you need if you’re serious about becoming thin

If you’ve ever felt confused about your hunger…

If you’ve ever wondered why you eat when you do…

Or if you’ve been trying to follow someone else’s meal plan and it just keeps falling apart…

This episode is going to give you the clarity you’ve been missing.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey

01:19 The Key to Lasting Weight Loss

02:44 Understanding True Hunger

04:46 Reconnecting with Your Hunger Signals

05:29 The Reticular Activating System and Hunger

09:43 Becoming a Scientist of Your Own Hunger

17:16 The Hunger Study Guide

20:44 Conclusion and Encouragement

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In this powerful follow-up to the rebrand, Chris Terrell takes you deeper into the mindset behind Becoming Thin. This episode confronts the emotional weight behind the word thin, challenges you to stop running from your goals, and invites you to redefine transformation on your own terms.

Chris introduces The Core Four Goals—to become Thin, Healthy, Happy, and In Shape—and explains why chasing only thinness, fitness, or health isn’t enough. You’ll hear raw truth, practical mindset shifts, and a call to reclaim the word thin the same way other communities have reclaimed language once used to hurt them.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why losing weight doesn’t automatically make you happy
• How emotional weight keeps people stuck more than physical weight
• Why you’re not broken—you’re conditioned (and conditioning can be changed)
• How to define thin, healthy, happy, and in shape on your terms
• What it means to outgrow your old self—and why it’s essential
• The reason diets fail and mindset-first transformation lasts
• How to lean into discomfort, fear, and identity shifts to create permanent change

00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey

01:12 Podcast Name Change and New Direction

03:05 Joining the Becoming Thin Community

04:35 Mindset First Approach to Weight Loss

06:36 Understanding Emotional Eating and Root Causes

12:40 The Guild and Support Systems

14:28 Self-Acceptance and Overcoming Fear

18:55 Conclusion and Encouragement