In this inspiring episode, Sandra chats with Charlotte, a Slimpod member who has experienced a powerful transformation—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too.
💡 We Discuss:
Breaking Free from Dieting: Charlotte shares her lifelong struggle with yo-yo dieting, emotional eating, and the damaging messaging from traditional weight loss programs and doctors.
The Slimpod Difference: After discovering Slimpod, Charlotte embraced a new mindset rooted in compassion, values alignment, and self-trust. She highlights how listening daily became a grounding and empowering ritual.
Diabetes In Remission: Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes two years prior, Charlotte’s consistent healthy choices and mindset shift led to her blood sugar dropping to a non-diabetic level—in just three months.
Emotional Healing & Self-Belief: For the first time in 40 years, Charlotte believes she will achieve and maintain a healthy weight. She credits the program for helping her release shame and reconnect with her inner confidence.
Exercise for Joy, Not Punishment: From walking the dog to Zumba classes, Charlotte talks about falling in love with movement again—not out of obligation, but joy.
Letting Go of Sugar & Guilt: Charlotte discusses how her cravings have changed and how she now approaches food with balance, no longer feeling controlled by sugar or the need to "start again on Monday."
The Power of Support: Even without relying heavily on social media, Charlotte feels supported through the pods and Sandra’s encouraging presence.
🌟 Most Powerful Moment:
Charlotte compares her weight loss to shedding a 20kg suitcase—realising just how much lighter life feels, both physically and emotionally. Her goal now? To step fully into a size 14 and embrace the freedom of being herself.
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In this powerful episode, Sandra sits down with Michelle, who shares her emotional and transformative journey from decades of dieting and self-doubt to finding food freedom and self-trust through Slimpod. Michelle opens up about the emotional roots of her weight struggles, how she broke free from toxic diet culture, and the mindset shifts that helped her reclaim her health — and her life.
From secret eating and pain-filled walks to dancing with joy and hiking uphill with confidence, Michelle’s story is a testament to what happens when you stop dieting and start living.
Why dieting from age 15 led Michelle into a cycle of self-sabotage
The deep impact of childhood comparisons and limiting beliefs
How Slimpod helped her ditch the scales and tune into her body’s natural cues
What stress eating really looks like and how she disrupts the pattern now
The freedom of eating intuitively — with no guilt, rules, or restrictions
How walking, belly dancing, and a body-positive mindset changed her life
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In this deeply moving and empowering episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra sits down with a guest whose life was transformed by the Slimpod programme. At 19 stone and feeling trapped in a body that wouldn’t move, she believed she had an undiagnosed condition — until a chance encounter with Slimpod sparked a complete mindset shift.
We explore her extraordinary 13-month journey to lose 7 stone, regain her energy, and reclaim her self-worth. But the story doesn’t stop there. After maintaining her weight loss for a year, life threw her off course — menopause, loss of purpose, and negative self-talk led to a relapse. Discover how she fought her way back, stronger and more balanced than ever, with powerful insights about self-compassion, sustainability, and finding joy in movement.
Key Takeaways:
Why weight loss is as much about the mind as it is about the body
How menopause and emotional triggers impact progress — and how to push through
The power of having a clear “why” and a mindset anchored in self-worth
Practical habits that led to sustainable success: from morning spin sessions to joyful weekend cycling
Why ditching the scales and focusing on how you feel can be the real game changer
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Learn more about the Slimpod Programme: thinkingslimmer.com
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In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Sandra sits down with Lorraine, a Slimpod member who once carried an extra 11 stone and felt lost in her own life. From the outside, Lorraine seemed confident, but inside she battled depression, loneliness, and a lifelong struggle with food.
Lorraine opens up about:
Living a “double life” and the emotional toll of obesity
Her long history with failed diets
The turning point: discovering Slimpod and noticing immediate mindset shifts
Her addiction to sugar — and how she gave it up without feeling deprived
Building new habits effortlessly, like choosing berries over croissants
How she went from hardly walking to enjoying nature walks, swimming, and even hula hooping
Her transformation from a size 28 to a happy and confident 14–16
Why she says: “I lost weight because I stopped dieting”
Ditching diets can lead to sustainable weight loss when mindset is prioritized
Small mental shifts create big lifestyle changes
Emotional eating often masks deeper struggles — and can be rewired
Exercise doesn’t need to be punishment — joy and nature can be your gym
Self-acceptance matters more than the number on the scale
ThinkingSlimmer.com – Home of the Slimpod programme
Sandra’s book: The Weight’s Over – Take Back Control
Free Facebook community for Slimpod users
“It was like a switch went on in my brain… I don’t gorge on chocolate anymore, because I don’t need to.”
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🧠 Guest Expert: Brian Mayne, creator of Goal Mapping
In this empowering episode, Sandra welcomes long-time friend and mindset mentor Brian Mayne, an internationally recognized expert on goal mapping and self-esteem. Brian shares the story of how goal mapping came to him in a flash of inspiration and how it has since transformed over 5 million lives.
From uncovering the brain science behind goal-setting to the role of positive affirmations in reshaping self-image, this episode dives deep into the power of changing your mind to change your life.
We discuss:
What Is Goal Mapping?
Combining words (left brain) and pictures (right brain) to activate your whole brain
Creating visual, affirming roadmaps to your ideal life
Why Traditional Goal-Setting Often Fails
Most people focus on what they don’t want (e.g., “lose weight”) instead of what they do want (e.g., “I feel fantastic and free at 88kg”)
The Science Behind Affirmations
"I am" language as a trigger for neuroplasticity and self-belief
Serotonin vs. cortisol: How thoughts create chemicals that shape our emotions and physiology
The Life Mapping Technique
A holistic version of goal mapping covering mental, emotional, physical, material, social, and spiritual growth
How to define your “prime purpose” and build your best self
The Cybernetic Loop
How changes in thoughts, emotions, and physical posture reinforce one another in a loop of transformation
High Self-Esteem vs. Low Self-Esteem
Traits of empowered individuals vs. those trapped in comparison, fear, or perfectionism
This episode aligns with Sandra's bestselling book The Weight's Over: Take Back Control, where she explains how tools like Slimpod and goal mapping help reset your subconscious for lasting weight loss and well-being.
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It’s Stress Awareness Month, and Sandra dives into a silent saboteur in our weight loss journeys: stress. This episode explores how stress impacts your body, weight, and eating habits—and what you can do to regain control.
If you’ve ever reached for the biscuit tin not because you were hungry, but overwhelmed, this one’s for you. Discover the science behind stress-related weight gain and Sandra’s practical tools to calm your nervous system and support your journey to lasting well-being.
We discuss:
The biology behind stress and weight gain (hello, cortisol!)
How stress hijacks your cravings and metabolism
Why sleep and stress are deeply connected
Real-world tools to instantly lower stress and reduce emotional eating
Why emotional eating isn’t a willpower issue—it’s biology
How mindfulness, movement, and community help reset your system
Try the 4-4-6 breath: Inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 6 (just 2 minutes can reset your brain!)
Write a worry list to declutter your mind
Protect your sleep like your health depends on it—because it does
Gentle movement is medicine: walk, stretch, or dance it out
Find your calm place (Sandra’s is water—what’s yours?)
Connect, don’t isolate—community lowers cortisol
Chapter spotlight: "How Stress Increases Tummy Fat" from Sandra’s book
April Slimpod Stress-Less Challenge – happening now in the Slimpod Private Group
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Book: The Weight’s Over – Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis
Website: www.thinkingslimmer.com
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In this powerful episode, Sandra speaks with Biddy, a remarkable Slimpod member who shares her deeply moving journey from living with crippling anxiety to reclaiming her freedom, confidence, and joy.
We discuss:
Living in a “Safe Circle”: Biddy opens up about how anxiety once ruled her life, confining her to familiar places and preventing her from enjoying even everyday experiences.
The Turning Point: After discovering Slimpod in 2023, what started as a simple goal to feel better for her daughter’s confirmation became a life-altering shift in mindset and self-belief.
Freedom Reclaimed: From fearing the supermarket to flying to Paris, Biddy shares how she's now traveling, attending concerts, going swimming, and saying YES to life.
The Emotional Root of Weight: Sandra and Biddy dive into how anxiety, emotional eating, and stress were impacting her weight—and how a mindset transformation led to losing 2 dress sizes.
Replacing Triggers with Glimmers: Biddy shares her daily gratitude practice and how looking for glimmers instead of triggers has been a game-changer in her healing.
Resources mentioned in This Episode:
Slimpod Programme- Thinkingslimmer.com
The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control - theweightsover.com
Lucy Wyndham-Reed’s fitness videos
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📍 The Weight’s Over – Because when you change your mind, you change everything.
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This conversation explores the transformative journey of Lyn, who faced significant health challenges and weight struggles. Through a supportive community and a shift in mindset, Lyn discovered a new approach to health that emphasized movement, self-acceptance, and the importance of building new habits. The discussion highlights the role of exercise, the impact of mindset on weight loss, and the power of community support in overcoming self-doubt and fear of failure. Lyn's story serves as an inspiration for others on similar journeys, emphasizing that weight loss can be a byproduct of a healthier lifestyle rather than the sole focus.
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In this deeply personal and refreshingly honest episode, Sandra sits down with John who shares how a wake-up moment on an airplane led to a powerful journey—not just of weight loss, but of rediscovering self-worth, breaking limiting beliefs, and trying on new versions of self.
From years of fad diets, hypnosis, and unsustainable plans to a remote-working life post-pandemic, John found Slimpod and was struck by its self-development-first approach. What started as a desire to lose weight quickly became a transformational journey into mindset, confidence, and a more empowered life.
We discuss:
The airplane seatbelt moment that changed everything
Ditching 95% of Pepsi Max consumption—in under a week!
From weight loss to mindset shifts: Slimpod as personal development
How 50 kilos of “comfort zone” was really emotional protection
Ancient wisdom and smoothies: Water metaphors, Taoism & practical change
Limiting beliefs: Feeling “safest in the shadows” and the comparison trap
Rewriting the story from “the dumb triplet” to a new future
Why lasting transformation starts with honest self-conversations
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At the start of her journey, Jane was battling type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, an autoimmune condition, and a lifetime of struggling with food. She was stuck in a cycle of dieting, regaining weight, and feeling hopeless. But after finding Slimpod, something clicked. Now, nearly two years later, she has released six stone, reversed her diabetes, improved her health dramatically, and most importantly—taken back control of her life.
We have the amazing Jane Foster joining us again, and her story is one that so many people will relate to. Jane went from feeling completely out of control to transforming her mindset, habits, and health in a way that is nothing short of extraordinary.
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Jane’s honesty, resilience, and determination are an inspiration. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt like change was out of reach. Jane proves that no matter where you start, taking back control is absolutely possible.
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Today, we did something a little different! Sandra Roycroft-Davis, the creator of Slimpod, is in the hot seat for a special interview where she shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind her work, and the mission that drives her every single day.
For the first time, Sandra opens up about her childhood struggles with weight, the emotional impact of being bullied, and how she developed a deep understanding of emotional eating. She also explains the powerful psychology behind Slimpod, why diets fail so many people, and what truly creates lasting weight loss and freedom from food obsession.
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Sandra’s story is raw, honest, and inspiring. She proves that no matter how long you've struggled, change is possible. This is a must-listen for anyone ready to take back control of their mindset and their health.
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In this powerful and inspiring episode, we sit down with Ellie to explore her incredible transformation with Slimpod. Ellie’s story is not just about weight loss—it’s about taking back control, overcoming deep-rooted struggles, and finding freedom from food obsession.
As an addiction psychotherapist, Ellie brings a unique perspective on the mental and emotional shifts required for lasting change. With warmth, honesty, and her trademark humour, she shares how she has released seven stone, navigated plateaus, and completely reshaped her mindset without traditional dieting.
We discuss:
Breaking free from decades of yo-yo dieting and emotional eating
How she overcame setbacks and learned to trust the process
The crucial role of mindset in long-term weight loss success
How she transformed her relationship with food and movement
Why weight loss plateaus are normal and how to navigate them
The joy of rediscovering confidence, self-expression, and vibrant living
Ellie’s raw, relatable, and deeply personal journey is a must-listen for anyone struggling with their weight or mindset around food. Her experience proves that real, sustainable change is possible—without dieting, deprivation, or guilt.
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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Darin McCloud, one of the very first Slimpod users, who has been on this life-changing journey for 15 years. From fighting for gastric surgery to discovering a completely new way to lose weight, Darin’s story is nothing short of extraordinary.
We discuss:
How Darin went from battling obesity and seeking gastric surgery to taking back control with Slimpod
His initial scepticism and what convinced him to fully embrace the programme
The role of exercise in his transformation, from struggling to walk to completing ultra-marathons, triathlons, and even an Ironman
How he lost and has successfully maintained his weight for over a decade
The impact of Slimpod on his mindset, helping him break free from comfort eating and emotional struggles
His inspiring take on long-term success, consistency, and learning to trust the process
Why Slimpod has remained a core part of his life even 15 years later
Darin’s journey is proof that lasting transformation is possible. His powerful story will motivate anyone looking to break free from dieting and take back control for good.
Resources Mentioned:
The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis
Learn more about Slimpod: https://thinkingslimmer.com
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We hear a powerful story of transformation from Jane Foster, who once felt completely out of control with her health, mindset, and eating habits. From secret bingeing in a car park to breaking free from emotional eating, she shared how Slimpod helped her take back control, find balance, and build a healthier life.
We discuss:
The emotional and mental struggles that led to unhealthy habits
Overcoming self-sabotage and the belief of being "unworthy"
How consistency and small mindset shifts created lasting change
The power of healthy eating beyond just weight loss
The impact of reducing ultra-processed foods on IBS and overall well-being
How coming off medication was an unexpected but life-changing result
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of self-destruction, this episode will show you that it is possible to break free. Learn how to shift your mindset, nourish your body, and create a future of health and happiness.
Resources Mentioned:📚 The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis
📏 Learn more about Slimpod: https://thinkingslimmer.com
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Our guest, Caroline, shares her personal experience of struggling with weight loss, self-worth and the constant battle with mindset. From years of yo-yo dieting to finally achieving balance with Slimpod, we explore how mindset shifts, self-awareness, and consistency played a crucial role in long-term success.
We discuss:
The struggle of losing weight and keeping it off before Slimpod
How mindset and emotional eating influence weight loss
The power of balance—enjoying food without guilt or restriction
How daily movement and exercise create a sense of control
Overcoming self-sabotage and building a healthier relationship with food
The surprising impact of HRT on weight management and well-being
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of losing and regaining weight, this episode is for you. Discover how small shifts in mindset can lead to sustainable change!
Resources Mentioned: 📖 The Weight’s Over: Take Back Control by Sandra Roycroft-Davis 🔗 Learn more about Slimpod: https://thinkingslimmer.com
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Welcome to The Weight’s Over – the podcast that helps you break free from the endless cycle of dieting and take back control of your health, mindset, and relationship with food.
I’m Sandra Roycroft-Davis, and in this show, we dive into real stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you achieve lasting change—without restrictive diets or willpower battles.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’ve tried everything to lose weight and keep it off, this podcast is for you!
Subscribe now and join us as we explore how to retrain your brain, ditch dieting for good, and create a healthier, happier life—one mindset shift at a time. The Weight’s Over… it’s time to take back control!
