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Love Yourself Thin Podcast
Love Yourself Thin Podcast is where quilters come to create the life they truly want—on and off the sewing machine. Hosted by life coach Dara Thomason, this show helps you ditch the overwhelm, understand your habits, and build a healthier relationship with yourself and with food. Whether you want more confidence, more energy, or more joy in your quilting and everyday life, you'll learn practical tools, mindset shifts, and empowering strategies that help you feel better in your body and in your…
Episodes
- Love Yourself Thin Podcast
217. How Greed & Trusting Others Keeps You from Trusting Yourself - Be Your Own Expert
Stop outsourcing your power! Learn why constantly asking "just tell me what to do" keeps you stuck in weight loss and life goals. Discover how to become your…
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216. Why Your Low Failure Tolerance Is Keeping You Stuck (And How to Fix It)
Do you know what to do… but still fall short of your goals, again and again? In this episode, Dara breaks down a concept that might just change everything…
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215. Why a Masterclass Can Truly Change Your Life
What's the big deal about a masterclass? Can an hour a day really make a difference? In this powerful episode, Dara walks you through exactly what happens…
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214. Fall Planning Isn't Just for School Kids: How to Plan Your Identity Shift
Back-to-school season isn't just for kids — it's the perfect time for women to hit refresh and redefine who they want to be. In this powerful episode, Dara…
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213. How to Celebrate Without All the Food
When every celebration feels like a food fest, the aftermath—guilt, bloat, weight gain—can overshadow the joy. In this episode, Dara shares how to shift the…
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212. Losing Weight for a Wedding (or Other Event)
Have a wedding, anniversary, or big event coming up and want to feel amazing in the pictures—but without falling into the shame spiral of diet culture? In this…
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211. Identity Shifts That Make Weight Loss a Side Effect
How would you describe yourself? How would you describe your identity if someone asked you? In this episode, we explore how the way you think about yourself…
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210. Why You Keep Starting Over and What to Do Instead
Ever feel like you're halfway through summer and already thinking, "I blew it... I need a do-over"? Whether it's a new quilt project, a wellness goal, or just…
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209. Cravings Aren't the Enemy - Here's What to Do Instead
In this episode, Dara redefines what cravings actually mean — and shows you how they're not a signal to eat, but a signal to connect. With yourself. With your…
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208. What to Do Instead of Starting a New Diet
In this episode, Dara shares her personal journey through emotional eating, perfectionism, and body image, uncovering the real reason diets don't work: they…
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207. The Myth of the Summer Bod – Let's Talk About Shame & Self-Worth
Tired of the pressure to "fix" your body before you can enjoy summer? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, Dara tackles the harmful myth of the "summer…
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206. Summer Bucket List and Wonder to Create
Do you find yourself dreading summer because you're unsure what to do with it—or yourself? When was the last time you made a goal and actually followed…
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205. What Kind of Perfectionist Are You?
Do you resist the label of perfectionist — or wear it like a badge of honor? Either way, this episode is going to change the way you think about perfectionism…
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204. Getting Rid of Stuff (Without Shame or Guilt)
Do you have boxes of stuff in your home that don't even belong to you… but you still feel responsible for? Do you feel overwhelmed just thinking about where to…
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203. Friendships — How to Truly Have the Kind of Friendships That Make Life Feel Amazing
Do you ever feel like you're back in 6th grade when it comes to friendships? Are you surprised (and maybe a little embarrassed) by how much drama, insecurity…
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202. What To Do When You Gain 9 Pounds in Three Days - Don't Be Afraid of the Weight
What if you never had to be afraid of your weight again? In this episode, I share a powerful mindset shift that will help you take full ownership of your…
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201. Weight Loss Pressure for the Summer
Do you feel anxious about summer and the pressure to look "just right" in your swimsuit or shorts? You're not alone! In this episode, we tackle the weight loss…
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200. Perfectly Imperfect
Do you feel like no matter how hard you try to make changes, you always seem to fall flat on your face? Maybe you stick to your goals for a few weeks, but then…
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199. Success Intolerance
Do you ever finish a beautiful quilt, only to immediately notice the three tiny mistakes instead of celebrating the masterpiece you created? If so, you're not…
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198. The Power of Dreaming
Have you ever had a dream so big that you were afraid to say it out loud? You're not alone. I remember the first time I said, "I want to be an international…
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197. Menopause 101 (for all ages)
In today's episode, we're talking about how to support your body through menopause with movement, nutrition, and stress management. Just like we maintain our…
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Episode 196. Be Happy Without Losing Weight
When was the last time you felt truly happy—without having to earn it, work toward it, or complete a task first? In this episode, Dara Tomasson, The Quilters…
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195. Breaking Up With Food
Do you ever find yourself reaching for food out of habit rather than hunger? Maybe you're out running errands, and that Dairy Queen calls your name, or after a…
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194. The Skinny on GLP-1 (Part 2)
In part two of this series on GLP-1 drugs, Dara Tomasson discusses alternatives to these weight loss medications and shares her concerns about their long-term…
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193. The Skinny on GLP-1 (Part 1)
Welcome to the Quilter's Coach Podcast! In this thought-provoking first installment of a two-part series, Dara Tomasson explores the controversial topic of…
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192. Self-Care: More Than Just Manicures and Retail Therapy
Welcome to The Quilter's Coach Podcast, Episode 192! Today, we're challenging the common misconception of self-care as only external indulgences like manicures…
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191. Real Emotions vs. Pretend Emotions How to Win with Emotions After All
Do you struggle with understanding or even identifying your emotions? Many of us grew up without truly learning about emotions—we were handed a cookie when we…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast190. Managing What Other People Think
Are you constantly filtering yourself, worried about what others might think? In this powerful episode, Dara Tomasson addresses the common struggle of dimming…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast189. How to Make Goals Without Punching yourself in the Face
Do you feel like you've given up on making goals? Maybe you're afraid to set them because checking in on them feels even worse than not making them at all. If…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast188. Being the Boss
Episode 188. Being the Boss Do you find yourself being overly self-critical, always focusing on what you did wrong? In this episode, Dara Thomason helps you…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast187. Not Letting Yourself Have It All
Podcast Episode 187: Not Letting Yourself Have It All Host: Dara Tomasson, The Quilters' Coach In this episode, Dara dives into the subconscious ways we hold…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast186. Pendulum Swing On Love and Weight
Pendulum Swing on Love and Weight Loss In this episode, Dara Thomason uncovers the emotional side of weight loss and how the pendulum swing between…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast185. Strategies to Break the Sugar Cycle
Do you feel stuck in the sugar cycle, no matter how hard you try to break free? In this episode, Dara Thomason, the Accidental Weight Loss Coach, shares…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast184. Addiction and How to Break Free
Addiction and How to Break Free In today's episode, we dive into a powerful concept that challenges the traditional narrative around addiction. What if…
Love Yourself Thin Podcast183. Achieving Mastery to Create the Life You Want
How to Achieve Mastery and Break Free from Old Habits In today's episode, I'm talking about the concept of mastery—what it truly means and how to achieve it in…
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182. Unexpected Ingredients for Delicious Results
Are you craving more joy and excitement in your life? Maybe you feel like you're going through the motions, stuck in a cycle of routines and expectations. What…
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181. Relief and How to Receive it for Yourself
Do you wake up feeling the weight of 2025 already? Does life feel like Groundhog Day, with the same routines and frustrations repeating no matter your good…
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180. The Power of Quitting: How Letting Go Can Unlock Bold Growth in 2025
Do you ever feel stuck in habits or patterns that aren't helping you reach your goals? Have you been holding onto things simply because you think quitting…
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179. Clean vs Dirty Goals Setting Yourself Up for Success
Are you feeling stressed about setting goals for the New Year? Does the thought of goal-setting make you cringe because you haven't done well with them in the…
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178. The Art of Feeling Joy on Purpose
Do you find yourself struggling to feel joy, even when you look around and see everything you have? If you've ever wondered why it's so hard to feel joyful in…
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177. Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Year with Practical Strategies
Do you worry about planning for the New Year, feeling nervous and unsure about how to make it your best year yet? Maybe self-doubt creeps in, and you're not…
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176. Tactical Christmas Strategies for Healthy and Stress Free Holiday Eating
Do you worry about gaining the same 10 or 15 pounds every holiday season? Maybe it feels inevitable with all the parties, treats, and indulgences that come…
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175. The Science of Gratitude: Boosting Mental, Physical, and Emotional Well-Being
Have you ever wondered why our ancestors celebrated Thanksgiving and how gratitude can transform your mental, physical, and emotional well-being? This episode…
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174. Using Coaching as a Weapon Instead of a Tool – How to Avoid the Trap
Do you ever feel like you're using coaching tools in a way that actually makes things harder? Many of us, myself included, can fall into the trap of using…
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173. Kicking Out Christmas Stress: Your Guide to a Joyful Holiday Season
Have you ever felt that the holiday season brings as much stress as it does joy? With so many expectations and traditions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed…
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172. Weight Loss And What To Do With Plateaus
Do you ever feel stuck in your weight loss journey, frustrated by those seemingly endless plateaus? Have you reached a point where the scale just won't budge…
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171. Overcoming Holiday Temptations: A Life Coach's Guide to Mindful Eating
Do you use food as a treat or find yourself struggling with the temptation of holiday sweets? Many of us see food as a reward, especially during holidays like…
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170. Unlock Your Self-Worth: Overcoming the Habit of Undervaluing Yourself
Do you often find yourself feeling exhausted at the end of the day but not truly fulfilled? Do you struggle to accept compliments or downplay your own…
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169. Take Control of Your Happiness: Life Coaching Tips for Strengthening Relationships
Have you ever felt frustrated with your relationship, wondering why no matter how hard you try, things just don't seem to improve? Do you often find yourself…
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168. Build a Profitable Quilting Business with Life Coaching: Proven Strategies for Success
Have you ever felt stuck while trying to build your quilting business and wondered if there's a way to overcome the mental and emotional challenges of…
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167. Life Coaching and Why It Matters
Have you ever wondered what life coaching is really about and why it's becoming such a powerful tool for personal growth? Do you feel like you're stuck in a…
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166. How to Guarantee Your Own Results
Do you ever doubt your ability to achieve the results you want or struggle to trust yourself when setting goals? If you've ever felt stuck or uncertain about…
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165. Walking and How to Enjoy to Start Guilt Free
Do you ever feel like you're overwhelmed with advice on how to improve your life, yet all you crave is a moment of peace? Do you wonder if there's a simple way…
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164. New and Improved Dara Tomasson Coaching
Do you ever feel like you're not truly reflecting the life you want, even though you're doing all the right things? Do you find yourself wishing for more…
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163. Stress for Good and Evil Till Death Do Us Part
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress and wondering why it's so hard to follow through on the things you know you should do to feel better? Stress affects…
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162. When a Problem Feels Impossible to Solve
Do you ever feel like there's a problem in your life that seems impossible to solve, no matter what you try? In this episode of the Quilters Podcast, I'm…
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161. Guilty Feelings and How to Use Them For Good
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by guilt, torn between feeling blessed in your life and still wanting more? Guilt can be a heavy emotion, making you question your…
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160. Safety to Lose Weight and Sexual Trauma
Do you ever find yourself putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own, only to feel unfulfilled and stuck in the same patterns? It's time to stop quitting…
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159. Weight Loss, Drugs, and What To Do About Them
Do you ever feel frustrated with your relationship with food, constantly seeking comfort in it but finding that it never truly satisfies you? You might have…
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158. How to Guarantee Your Own Before and After (plot twist edition)
Do you ever feel like you're going through life without a clear sense of direction or purpose? In this episode of "The Quilters Coach Podcast," I explore the…