💡 Struggling to balance a busy life and weight loss? Bridget, a mom, PhD student, and full-time professional, lost 65 pounds in one year—without extreme dieting or deprivation.
In this episode, she shares how she broke free from emotional eating, built sustainable habits, and finally achieved lasting results.
Her story is one of transformation, resilience, and learning to work with her body instead of against it. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ll never lose the weight, Bridget’s journey will inspire you to take action.
🎧 Listen to the full episode below:
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✅ Why the “right time” to start never comes—and how to make weight loss fit your life
✅ How Bridget stopped emotional numbing and took control of her habits
✅ The biggest myths about weight loss (and why quick fixes always fail)
✅ How she lost weight during holidays, vacations, and major life events
Key Takeaways & Timestamps
⏱ 00:24 – Jennifer introduces the episode and celebrates Bridget’s story
⏱ 01:35 – Bridget reflects on her turning point and struggles before joining
⏱ 02:42 – How a family trip sparked Bridget’s desire for change
⏱ 03:12 – Starting at 229 pounds: The physical and emotional challenges
⏱ 03:39 – Coping mechanisms and the numbing effect of food
⏱ 04:16 – How a summit inspired Bridget to take action
⏱ 05:11 – The trial and error of failed diets before finding the right approach
⏱ 06:30 – Balancing a PhD, family, and weight loss: No perfect time to start
⏱ 08:16 – Bridget shares her milestone: Losing 65 pounds in one year
⏱ 10:32 – Why quick fixes don’t work: Building sustainable habits
⏱ 11:22 – Realizing weight is a symptom, not the root problem
⏱ 14:18 – Emotional resilience: Processing feelings instead of numbing
⏱ 17:20 – The power of coaching and community in achieving goals
⏱ 20:48 – Busting weight loss myths: Steady, sustainable progress works
⏱ 23:07 – Handling holidays and celebrations without regaining weight
⏱ 24:31 – Addressing sugar cravings and creating a healthier relationship with food
⏱ 27:46 – Inner work as the foundation for long-term transformation
⏱ 30:43 – Bridget’s advice to women feeling stuck: Start now, don’t wait
⏱ 32:20 – Closing reflections and an invitation to take action
Resources & Links Mentioned:
📌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“
📌Join my free Diet Disruption Facebook Community here
📌 Book a FREE Weight Loss Breakthrough Call here
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