This month we’re celebrating someone who has become a familiar face in Gold Gatherings and a steady source of encouragement for others—Jan!
She joined her first call in the second week of the programme, feeling anxious and unsure. Like many, she wasn’t convinced change was possible and was still stuck in habits that had followed her for years, including weighing herself twice a day. It was pulling her mood up and down like a yo‑yo.
But week by week, things began to shift. And now, she’s barely recognisable from the woman who first showed up. Including breaking free from the scales!
A Before and After That’s About More Than Weight
Jan describes her journey so far as “chalk and cheese”—and it’s easy to see why.
Her relationship with food, movement, and self-trust has completely changed. Here’s what that looks like:
Then: Cake most days
Now: Cake once or twice a week—and often not finishing it
Then: Clearing the plate, full or not
Now: Comfortable stopping when satisfied
Then: Afternoon snacks out of habit or justification
Now: Eating only when genuinely hungry
Then: Eating quickly and mindlessly
Now: Slowing down and listening for fullness
Then: Sedentary days at her craft desk
Now: Walking after breakfast and lunch
Then: Constant mental chatter about food
Now: A quiet, peaceful mind
Then: Feeling on edge and overwhelmed
Now: Calmer, more in control, and clearer-headed
Real Progress, Built on Consistency
Jan hasn’t missed a single day of listening to her pod. She’s written down her wins every day and recently passed the 100-day streak mark.
It’s this kind of consistency, not perfection, that builds trust in yourself. And that trust becomes the foundation for change.
What’s also made a difference is the way Jan approaches her wobbles. She recently shared an example from a coffee shop where she felt pulled toward a slice of biscoff cheesecake.
In the past, she’d have ordered it without thinking. But this time, she paused.
She checked in with herself.
She asked, “Am I hungry? What’s really going on?”
And when she realised it was emotion, not appetite, she was able to walk away without feeling deprived.
That moment is about far more than turning down cake. It’s about learning to respond instead of react. It’s about emotional awareness. And it’s exactly the kind of shift that defines Slimpod success.
Making Peace with ADHD and Eating Habits
Jan also shared openly that she’s neurodivergent, and that emotional eating and unfinished tasks had always been part of her pattern.
She now says: “Don’t let your ADHD be an excuse.”
And her progress proves that change is possible, even when your brain doesn’t follow the usual rules. She’s finishing more of what she starts, feeling calmer, and no longer using food as a way to regulate emotions.
These are big wins, and they’ve come through steady practice—pod listening, writing down successes, and staying connected to the community.
Jan, We’re So Proud of You
Jan, your story shows us what’s possible when you trust the process. Your presence in Gold Gatherings helps others feel supported and seen. You lead by example—not by being perfect, but by being real.
You’ve reminded us that:
- You don’t have to get everything right to make progress
- Consistency builds confidence
- Real change is slow, steady, and sustainable
Thank you for sharing your journey so openly—and for showing that transformation is possible at any stage.
If you’d like to be part of the Slimpod community where people like Jan are showing up every day, you can access it through your dashboard at slimpodmembers.com and navigate to the Slimpod Community tab.
And don’t forget gold gatherings are every Monday at 8pm and Wednesday at 10am!
P.S. You can vote for February’s Podder of the Month here.
