The Chris Terrell Podcast

- Join The Guild   -  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE [https://chris-terrell.mykajabi.com/theguildofchampions] This week on The Becoming Thin Podcast, Chris Terrell dives deep into the mental shifts that make—or break—a weight loss journey. Drawing from his own 125-pound transformation, Chris unpacks the hard truth: losing weight without changing your mindset is a guaranteed path to regaining it. You’ll learn why “acting as if” you’re already enough can completely change the way people respond to you… and more importantly, how you see yourself. Chris breaks down how small belief shifts ripple into massive lifestyle changes, why thin privilege is real, and how self-perception shapes every choice you make. In listener Q&A, Chris tackles two big struggles: * Pivot or double down? How to know if a strategy is unsustainable or just uncomfortable in the moment. * The knowing–doing gap. Why knowing what to do isn’t enough, and the one skill that will change everything in your weight loss journey. This episode will challenge the way you think about confidence, consistency, and self-worth—and leave you with practical, real-world steps you can take today. In This Episode: * Why lasting weight loss requires an identity shift, not just diet changes * The ripple effect of changing your beliefs, environment, and habits * Letting go of bitterness about being treated differently when you’re thin * How to test if a new strategy is worth sticking with * The simple mindset pivot that closes the gap between knowing and doing If you’re tired of starting over, stuck in perfectionism, or waiting to “feel ready,” this is your wake-up call.

- Join The Guild   -  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE [https://chris-terrell.mykajabi.com/theguildofchampions] — This week, we’re diving into one of the most common emotional eating struggles out there—food fixation. You know the feeling: you’re at a party, and all you can think about is the food table. You’re home alone, and your brain starts spinning on what’s in the pantry. That hyperfocus on food often feels impossible to override… but what if it’s not about the food at all? In this episode, Chris explores: • Why emotional eating isn’t about lack of willpower • How “doing nothing” can be one of the most powerful tools for healing • What’s really happening when you say, “I have to have it” • How grief, boredom, stress, and unresolved emotion sneak into your cravings • The dangerous trap of turning food into your go-to fix • And how to practice sitting with discomfort—without needing food to make it go away This episode isn’t just about resisting cravings. It’s about learning to recognize when food fixation is trying to signal something deeper—and what to do when it shows up. Ready to stop reacting to every urge and start mastering your mind? This one’s for you. 00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey 01:32 The Importance of Time in Weight Loss 02:40 Emotional Eating Series Overview 04:09 Upcoming Changes to the Guild 05:23 Techniques for Managing Emotional Eating 19:41 Listener Questions on Emotional Eating 28:16 Understanding Emotional Cravings 29:06 Identifying and Journaling Emotions 29:36 Facing the Fear of Emotions 31:17 Seeking Comfort and Reassurance 32:04 Food as a Drug and Its Consequences 33:17 Listener Question: Coping with Loss and Emotional Eating 35:25 The Nature of Boredom and Emotional Eating 37:48 The Importance of Processing Emotions 45:44 Listener Question: Fixating on Food at Social Events 46:30 Turning Challenges into Practice 52:38 Final Thoughts on Emotional Eating

— - Join The Guild   -  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE [https://chris-terrell.mykajabi.com/theguildofchampions] — The Role of Emotional Eating in Weight Loss and Self-Acceptance In this episode of Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris TaRL shares his personal weight loss journey, having shed 125 pounds after years of yo-yo dieting. Chris emphasizes the importance of addressing emotional eating to achieve long-term weight loss success. He advises listeners to learn from their failures and to embrace their emotions rather than using food as a coping mechanism. By exploring the concept of self-pity versus self-ownership, Chris offers strategies to handle emotional eating and to foster self-compassion. He also discusses listener questions from the Becoming Thin Facebook group, delving into the psychological aspects of eating habits and offering practical advice for managing emotional triggers. Chris stresses the importance of self-acceptance and shares his own experiences with overcoming negative self-perceptions. The episode concludes with a call to action, encouraging listeners to focus on personal growth and to set aside time for self-reflection. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 01:22 Podcast Changes and Listener Engagement 03:07 Understanding Emotional Eating 06:47 The Impact of Emotions on Perception 12:40 Listener Question: Coping with Emotional Eating 18:42 Exploring Self-Pity and Self-Compassion 35:14 Embracing Your Emotions 36:19 Personal Struggles with Fear and Self-Doubt 39:01 The Journey of Self-Acceptance 39:40 The Impact of Emotional Eating 41:12 Listener Interaction and Feedback 42:31 Addressing Listener Questions 43:13 Old Chris vs. New Chris 46:22 Developing New Strategies for Handling Criticism 56:16 The Importance of Self-Worth 01:06:39 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement

- Join The Guild   -  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE [https://chris-terrell.mykajabi.com/theguildofchampions] Emotional Eating: How to Heal and Move Forward In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell dives deep into the complex issues surrounding emotional eating.  Sharing his personal journey of losing 125 pounds, Chris explores the impact of emotional eating, its role as a coping mechanism, and the critical need to confront and manage emotions without turning to food.  The episode addresses listener questions from the Becoming Thin Facebook group, offering insights on how to differentiate between treats and emotional eating, strategies for curbing emotional urges, the difference between binge eating and emotional eating, and the overall emotional journey of letting go of food as a comfort tool.  Chris emphasizes the importance of awareness, creating friction, and building new coping strategies, all while providing encouragement and support to those on their own weight loss journeys. 00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey 01:15 Balancing Information Density in the Podcast 02:02 Emotional Eating Series Introduction 02:31 The Turning Point in Emotional Eating 06:37 Facing Emotional Eating Without Food 12:07 Listener Questions on Emotional Eating 13:45 Difference Between Treats and Emotional Eating 17:28 Coping Strategies and Baby Steps 23:52 Listener Question: Coping Mechanisms and Food Availability 29:07 Understanding Healthy Eating and Weight Loss 29:29 Addressing Emotional Eating 31:01 Exposure and Friction Techniques 32:38 Distinguishing Binge Eating from Emotional Eating 34:45 Balancing Emotional Eating and Weight Loss 35:11 The Importance of Healing Your Relationship with Food 38:50 The Role of Awareness in Emotional Eating 41:07 The Illusion of Control in Emotional Eating 45:24 Moving Beyond Emotional Eating 48:49 Listener Questions and Insights 59:34 Final Thoughts and Encouragement ⸻

— - Join The Guild   -  CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE [https://chris-terrell.mykajabi.com/theguildofchampions] — In this episode of the Becoming Thin Podcast, host Chris Terrell guides listeners through their journey to address emotional eating.  Chris, who has successfully lost 125 pounds, reveals the intricacies of emotional eating and how it is often mistakenly treated as a chemical addiction rather than a psychological compulsion.  Through listener questions from the Becoming Thin Facebook group, Chris explores topics such as the difference between harmless emotional eating and harmful patterns, and how to spot and interrupt emotional eating in real-time.  Chris offers practical advice, emphasizing awareness, self-honesty, and compassion in navigating the habit of emotional eating, aiming to help listeners create meaningful changes in their lifestyle and attitudes toward food. 00:00 Introduction and Host's Weight Loss Journey 01:17 Listener Questions and Emotional Eating Series 02:38 Understanding Emotional Eating as a Psychological Compulsion 05:47 Differentiating Between Healthy and Problematic Emotional Eating 07:21 Recognizing Emotional Eating Patterns 11:10 Listener Question: Recognizing Emotional Eating 25:22 Listener Question: Emotional Eating and Intuitive Eating 35:22 Designated Mealtime Exceptions 35:57 Pre-Planning Treats and Portions 36:37 Recognizing Emotional Eating Patterns 37:34 Building Awareness and Self-Trust 38:16 Investigating Emotional Eating Triggers 44:33 Phases of Emotional Eating 01:01:19 Controlled Enjoyment vs. Emotional Eating 01:05:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement