So many women believe the reason they “fall off” a diet comes down to willpower but the truth runs much deeper. In this season finale of The UnDieted Podcast, we unpack why healing your mind and nervous system is often the missing piece to lasting health and weight change.

We dive into:
✨ The myth of willpower and why biology, stress, and restriction not lack of discipline are keeping you stuck.
✨ How chronic stress and a dysregulated nervous system drive cravings, exhaustion, and binge cycles.
✨ The hidden trap of food rules (carbs, timing, “clean” eating) and how flexibility builds real consistency.
✨ Why waiting to feel confident after weight loss holds you back from living fully now.
✨ The unseen costs of diet culture: self-trust, relationships, and wasted energy.

This conversation is part science, part mindset shift, and part personal reflection our honest thoughts on what truly helps women break free from diet culture and step into sustainable confidence.

💡 Plus, we wrap up with a practical tip you can start using this week to move forward with more freedom and less pressure.

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If you’ve ever felt like your body was fighting against you, this episode will help you understand why and how to begin healing from the inside out.

In this episode of The UnDieted Podcast, Melissa Abouchakra (Certified Health & Fitness Coach) and Rebecca Saab-Smith (Mental Health Therapist) came united with their anti-diet approach to uncover the truth about self-sabotage.

If you’ve ever felt like you were finally making progress—only to “pull the plug” and fall back into old habits—you’re not alone. Melissa and Rebecca break down the psychology behind self-sabotage, why it’s not about willpower, and how you can finally break the cycle.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why diets set you up for an all-or-nothing mindset that fuels sabotage

• The hidden fears of success and failure that block your progress

• How emotional regulation (not food rules) is the key to lasting change

• Practical ways to build self-trust and consistency without perfection

🎧 Press play for real, honest conversation that helps you break free from diet culture, stop emotional eating, and step into your 2.0 era with confidence.

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Grab your Fat Loss Habits Tracker: [Download HERE]

• Join the Fat Loss Accelerator 4-Week Reboot: reset your foundation, balance blood sugar, and break free from cravings. [JOIN HERE]

• Connect with Melissa on Instagram: [FOLLOW ME]

• Connect with Rebecca: [FOLLOW ME]

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Are weight loss drugs really the “magic fix” social media makes them out to be? In this episode, Melissa Abouchakra and Rebecca dig into the myths surrounding weight loss medications, especially GLP-1 drugs, and share what isn’t being talked about enough.

You’ll learn:

• Why weight loss drugs don’t work the same for everyone
• How genetics, hormones, and lifestyle impact your results
• Why appetite suppression doesn’t address emotional eating or underlying habits
• The reality of long-term use — and what happens when you stop
• How mental health and root causes of weight gain fit into the bigger picture
• The role of sustainable lifestyle changes in lasting weight management

This conversation is for anyone considering medication, already taking it, or feeling confused by the hype online. We’re cutting through the noise so you can make informed, personal, and shame-free choices about your health.

Sound Bites:

• “You can’t follow a diet forever.”

• “It doesn’t stop overeating.”

• “You have to do the work.”

Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Weight Loss Myths
02:48 – Understanding Individual Responses to Weight Loss Drugs
05:46 – The Reality of Long-Term Use of Weight Loss Medications
08:28 – The Importance of Addressing Underlying Issues
11:18 – Willpower and Lifestyle Changes
13:22 – Exploring Root Causes of Weight Gain
16:17 – The Role of Lifestyle in Weight Management
18:52 – The Connection Between Mental Health and Weight Loss
21:37 – Navigating Medical Advice and Personal Choices
24:34 – Final Thoughts on Weight Loss Medications

Links & Resources:

• Free Plate Method Guide → [below]

• Fat Loss Habits Tracker → [below]

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