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Ever caught yourself saying "I feel fat today"? That single phrase might be sabotaging your entire weight loss journey. In this no-holds-barred episode, we rip the emotional band-aid off this common statement and expose the dangerous language trap that's keeping you stuck.

Fat isn't a feeling—it's the result of small, repeated choices that stack up over time. When you say you "feel fat," you're disconnecting from the behaviors that got you there, masking real emotions, and stripping yourself of the power to respond effectively. This episode breaks down why the words you use create the lens through which you view your body and your capacity for change.

We dive deep into the difference between cause and effect in weight gain, revealing how skipping sleep, stress eating, and making convenient choices aren't just habits—they're the actual root causes of what you're experiencing. The hard truth? If you chose your way into the weight you're carrying, you can choose your way out of it too. That's not judgment—that's power.

Perhaps most importantly, we tackle the critical difference between accountability and shame. Most people confuse the two, but they're complete opposites. Shame keeps you small and stuck; accountability gives you the power to pivot. People who succeed at long-term weight loss don't have more willpower or perfect lives—they simply have stronger "bounce back" skills. They mess up and move on without the drama.

You'll walk away with practical tools to break the language loop, including the powerful "reset question" that can pull you out of excuses and back into action: What would the next best version of me do in this moment? Because sustainable weight loss isn't about perfect days—it's about getting back on track faster every time you slip up.

Ready to stop feeling fat and start getting real about your choices? This episode might sting a little, but that's how growth feels before it pays off.

Stop Dieting. Start Choosing.

I’m Jonathan Ressler, Transformation Guide and author of Shut Up and Choose. I lost 140 pounds and built a movement the diet industry hopes you never find. No starvation. No obsession. No gym marathons. Real transformation starts when you stop outsourcing discipline and start leading yourself.

The truth is simple: weight loss isn’t about willpower—it’s about integrity. Every time you keep a promise to yourself, you rebuild confidence. Every smart choice strengthens self-trust. That’s the foundation of lasting change. My mission is to help busy, high-performing people take back control of their health, energy, and mindset—without diets, shots, or shame.

Each episode of the Shut Up and Choose Podcast cuts through the noise with real talk, proven strategies, and small, smart steps that actually last. No gimmicks. No hype. Just truth that works in real life.

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