Thinner Peace in Menopause

If you've been on a diet your whole life and now menopause is making it harder than ever to be happy and to lose weight (AGAIN), then join Dr Deb Butler. Dr Deb is a Certified Master Weight Loss and Life Coach, and instructor for Brooke Castillo and The Life Coach School, and will help guide you past your struggles and teach you the mindfulness of paying attention to the connection between your body and your mind. It's always been there... she'll help you remember what you forgot! If not now, when? So say “No” to diets and restricting and "Yes" to a new, mindful you! Subscribe now to learn more.

Ep 540: What I've Learned at 74 About Food Freedom, Menopause and GLP-1s 08/11/2026

MVP. Ep 539: Self-Care Is the Missing Piece for Women in Menopause 08/04/2026

MVP. Ep 539: Self-Care Is the Missing Piece for Women in Menopause If you've ever believed self-care is something you earn after you've taken care of everyone else, this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing why the most important form of self-care isn't expensive, luxurious, or even exciting. It's the daily discipline of making choices that support your future health. We'll explore the difference between indulgence and true self-care, why instant gratification often pulls us away from what we really need, and how planning meals, getting enough sleep, honoring your body's signals, and setting healthy boundaries become powerful acts of self-love. When you stop depending on motivation and begin practicing consistent self-discipline, everything starts to change. Your relationship with food becomes calmer. Your decisions become easier. And your body begins to reflect the care you've been giving it all along. If you're ready to learn practical brain-based tools for lasting weight loss in menopause, join my Social Media Class and continue building the skills we discuss in this episode. Enjoy the show! Free Guide: Download the Jumpstart Your Weight Loss in Menopause Guide at Mini Session: Ready to master your mind? Book a free mini session at Thinner Peace Quiz: Take the quiz at to identify your obstacles to eating when hungry and stopping when full Peace with Food 30-Day Course - Available at Now, go listen to the podcast. It’s the best place to start! If you’ve been loving my podcast, please . The only way it will pop up to others is when people review it, so if you’re loving it – pass on the good word! What You'll Learn From This Episode Why self-care is a daily discipline, not an occasional reward The difference between instant gratification and genuine self-care Why planning meals, getting enough sleep, and honoring your body's needs are acts of self-love How saying "no" can become one of the healthiest habits you build Why discipline is the foundation of a thin, healthy body and a peaceful mind /episode/index/show/drdebbutler/id/42311705

Ep 538: Why Food Obsession Keeps Women in Menopause Stuck 07/28/2026

Ep 538: Why Food Obsession Keeps Women in Menopause Stuck If you're exhausted from thinking about food all day and wondering why you can't seem to stop obsessing about your weight, this episode is for you. One of my coaching clients, Deborah, who shares how she spent decades caught in the cycle of dieting, emotional eating, and constant food thoughts. Together, we talk about what finally changed. It wasn't another meal plan or more willpower. It was learning how her thoughts created her emotions, and how those emotions were driving her eating. In our conversation, Deborah explains how approaching food journals with curiosity instead of judgment helped her uncover emotional eating patterns. She shares how learning to feel difficult emotions instead of avoiding them gave her something she had wanted for over 40 years. Calm around food. One of my favorite moments is when Deborah says, "No more food drama." That's what happens when you stop fighting your brain and start understanding it. Weight loss becomes simpler because food is no longer controlling your thoughts every day. Enjoy the show! Free Guide: Download the Jumpstart Your Weight Loss in Menopause Guide at Mini Session: Ready to master your mind? Book a free mini session at Thinner Peace Quiz: Take the quiz at to identify your obstacles to eating when hungry and stopping when full Peace with Food 30-Day Course - Available at Now, go listen to the podcast. It’s the best place to start! If you’ve been loving my podcast, please . The only way it will pop up to others is when people review it, so if you’re loving it – pass on the good word! What You'll Learn From This Episode Why emotional eating has very little to do with food. How learning to feel emotions reduced food obsession. Why food journaling isn't about tracking calories or being "good." The connection between your thoughts, emotions, and eating habits. Why feeling calm around food matters more than chasing the number on the scale. How changing old beliefs can completely change your relationship with food. /episode/index/show/drdebbutler/id/42236645

Ep 537: Dr. Deb Butler on Are You Awesome Today?Podcast 07/21/2026

Ep 536: Why Saying Yes Is Keeping Women in Menopause Stuck With Emotional Eating 07/14/2026

Ep 535: Dr. Deb Butler on Health Solutions With Shawn & Janet Needham 07/07/2026

Ep 535: Dr. Deb Butler on Health Solutions With Shawn & Janet Needham If you've spent years trying to lose weight in menopause but still find yourself eating when you're not physically hungry, this episode is for you. I've learned that lasting weight loss isn't about finding the perfect diet. It's about rebuilding the connection between your brain and your body. In this conversation with Shawn and Janet Needham of Health Solutions Podcast , I share my own experience of spending decades losing and regaining the same weight before realizing that the real issue wasn't food. It was the way I had learned to think about food. We talk about why so many women in menopause confuse emotional hunger with physical hunger, why eating on a schedule isn't always the answer, and how learning to notice hunger and fullness can completely change your relationship with food. I also explain the Physical Hunger Scale, the difference between eating for nourishment and eating to avoid discomfort, and why trusting yourself around food is a skill you can develop. Enjoy the show! Free Guide: Download the Jumpstart Your Weight Loss in Menopause Guide at Mini Session: Ready to master your mind? Book a free mini session at Thinner Peace Quiz: Take the quiz at to identify your obstacles to eating when hungry and stopping when full Peace with Food 30-Day Course - Available at Now, go listen to the podcast. It’s the best place to start! If you’ve been loving my podcast, please . The only way it will pop up to others is when people review it, so if you’re loving it – pass on the good word! What You'll Learn From This Episode Why dieting taught many women to ignore their body's natural hunger signals How to tell the difference between physical hunger and emotional hunger Why eating on a schedule isn't always what your body needs How mindful eating helps you build trust with yourself again Why learning to stop fighting food creates lasting freedom /episode/index/show/drdebbutler/id/41990770

Ep 534: The Buddhist Practice “Shenpa” That Can Change Menopause Weight Loss 06/30/2026

Ep 534: The Buddhist Practice “Shenpa” That Can Change Menopause Weight Loss Have you ever felt like food seems to hook you before you even realize what's happening? If you've been struggling with food cravings during menopause, I want to introduce you to a concept that has completely changed the way I think about urges. In this episode, I share the ancient Buddhist concept of shenpa, which describes that moment when we become hooked by an urge. I explain why this idea has been around for thousands of years, why it's so relevant for women in menopause, and how it connects beautifully with what modern neuroscience teaches us about the brain. I also explore the Stanford Marshmallow Test, what it reveals about impulse control, and why learning to pause, even for a few seconds, can help quiet food noise and strengthen your brain's ability to make choices that serve you. We even talk about why GLP-1 medications have brought so much attention to food noise, and what you can do whether or not you're taking one. Enjoy the show! Free Guide: Download the Jumpstart Your Weight Loss in Menopause Guide at Mini Session: Ready to master your mind? Book a free mini session at Thinner Peace Quiz: Take the quiz at to identify your obstacles to eating when hungry and stopping when full Peace with Food 30-Day Course - Available at Now, go listen to the podcast. It’s the best place to start! If you’ve been loving my podcast, please . The only way it will pop up to others is when people review it, so if you’re loving it – pass on the good word! What You'll Learn From This Episode Why menopause can intensify food cravings and food noise What the Buddhist concept of "shenpa" teaches about feeling hooked by urges How the famous Stanford Marshmallow Test connects to weight loss Why your prefrontal cortex is your greatest weight loss tool A simple pause technique that can help calm urges without relying on willpower /episode/index/show/drdebbutler/id/41902325