# When trying harder is the problem

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Podcast: [The Weight Loss Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-weight-loss-podcast-1115087)
Published: 2026-04-12T19:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://the-weight-loss-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/when-trying-harder-is-the-problem
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## Resource

What if the thing holding you back… is how hard you're trying? In this episode, we're unpacking two things almost no one talks about on a weight loss journey: obsession with the end result, and the burnout that quietly follows. We get into what it actually looks like to fixate on one body part, one number, one dress size — and how that tunnel vision pulls you into self-sabotage before you even realise it's happening. Courtney shares how she spent years only looking at her stomach in the mirror, completely blind to the progress everywhere else. If you've been there, you'll feel this one. We also break down: 👉 Why the "finish line" mentality is one of the most damaging traps in weight loss 👉 How shifting to small, process-driven wins is what actually creates lasting change 👉 What burnout really looks like — and why most people don't recognise it until they've gone radio silent on their goals 👉 A practical toolkit for preventing and recovering from burnout: non-negotiables, sleep, stress reprogramming, and human connection This one is equal parts honest and actionable. Because prevention is always easier than the cure. And you deserve the best of yourself — not just the leftovers. Been listening for a while and want the full picture? We made a comprehensive training that walks through the four biggest reasons people stay stuck in the weight loss cycle and what to do instead to make sure you are moving in the right direction consistently. Watch it HERE ON YOUTUBE . You can, and should, follow us on Instagram HERE .

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