Maggie Sterling
@maggiesterling.bsky.social
I help women stop overeating, find food freedom, and lose weight
People always ask how I have self control around sweet foods. It’s a struggle a lot of people.
November 17, 2024 at 8:36 PM
People always ask how I have self control around sweet foods. It’s a struggle a lot of people.
If you lose weight but are now afraid of food, that isn’t success, you’ve just traded problems.
November 14, 2024 at 9:31 PM
If you lose weight but are now afraid of food, that isn’t success, you’ve just traded problems.
Unpopular opinion: Your weight loss journey isn't about the food—it's about the feelings you think food is helping you avoid.
September 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Unpopular opinion: Your weight loss journey isn't about the food—it's about the feelings you think food is helping you avoid.
Is that nightly dessert really self-care, or self-sabotage?
September 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Is that nightly dessert really self-care, or self-sabotage?
Eating your feelings' is a myth. Food doesn't solve emotional problems—it just delays dealing with them.
September 19, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Eating your feelings' is a myth. Food doesn't solve emotional problems—it just delays dealing with them.
Hot take: Your nightly binge isn't about lack of willpower. It's your body screaming for the fuel you deprived it of all day.
September 19, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Hot take: Your nightly binge isn't about lack of willpower. It's your body screaming for the fuel you deprived it of all day.
Skipping meals isn't a badge of honor.
Fasting as long as possible isn't impressive.
In fact— it's one of the biggest causes of nighttime overeating.
Fasting as long as possible isn't impressive.
In fact— it's one of the biggest causes of nighttime overeating.
September 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Skipping meals isn't a badge of honor.
Fasting as long as possible isn't impressive.
In fact— it's one of the biggest causes of nighttime overeating.
Fasting as long as possible isn't impressive.
In fact— it's one of the biggest causes of nighttime overeating.
The diet industry has conditioned us to believe in quick fixes and extreme measures. Lasting change comes from consistent small efforts, not dramatic overnight transformations.
September 17, 2024 at 10:00 PM
The diet industry has conditioned us to believe in quick fixes and extreme measures. Lasting change comes from consistent small efforts, not dramatic overnight transformations.
Focusing on non-scale victories is crucial in weight loss. The scale rarely reflects your efforts immediately, but other improvements can keep you motivated.
September 17, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Focusing on non-scale victories is crucial in weight loss. The scale rarely reflects your efforts immediately, but other improvements can keep you motivated.
Stop planning meals based on what you think you 'should' eat. Include foods you actually enjoy in your plan to avoid constant off-plan eating
September 16, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Stop planning meals based on what you think you 'should' eat. Include foods you actually enjoy in your plan to avoid constant off-plan eating
Trying to lose weight and its not working? Keep track of your eating patterns. The problem is often more obvious than you think - it's just a matter of being willing to see it.
September 16, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Trying to lose weight and its not working? Keep track of your eating patterns. The problem is often more obvious than you think - it's just a matter of being willing to see it.
Poor sleep and high stress levels can make weight loss really hard. While you can't always control circumstances, managing your response to stress and prioritizing sleep when possible can make a big difference.
September 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Poor sleep and high stress levels can make weight loss really hard. While you can't always control circumstances, managing your response to stress and prioritizing sleep when possible can make a big difference.
Looking for weight loss advice online? Be wary of people who hold their beliefs too strongly. Trust those who are willing to change their minds based on new evidence.
September 15, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Looking for weight loss advice online? Be wary of people who hold their beliefs too strongly. Trust those who are willing to change their minds based on new evidence.
Feeling overwhelmed by all the health information out there? Sometimes, tuning out the noise and focusing on basics is the best approach.
-Plan your day of eating
-Drink enough water
-get enough sleep
-evaluate how the day went and how you can make it easier tomorrow.
-Plan your day of eating
-Drink enough water
-get enough sleep
-evaluate how the day went and how you can make it easier tomorrow.
September 15, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by all the health information out there? Sometimes, tuning out the noise and focusing on basics is the best approach.
-Plan your day of eating
-Drink enough water
-get enough sleep
-evaluate how the day went and how you can make it easier tomorrow.
-Plan your day of eating
-Drink enough water
-get enough sleep
-evaluate how the day went and how you can make it easier tomorrow.
Obsessing over 'bad' foods? Try normalizing them in your diet. You might find that when nothing is forbidden, the allure decreases.
September 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Obsessing over 'bad' foods? Try normalizing them in your diet. You might find that when nothing is forbidden, the allure decreases.
Struggling with nighttime eating? It might be a sign you're not eating enough during the day.
September 14, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Struggling with nighttime eating? It might be a sign you're not eating enough during the day.
Are you taking JABS at yourself?
Judging
Abandoning
Blaming
Shaming
These habits hinder your weight loss progress.
Judging
Abandoning
Blaming
Shaming
These habits hinder your weight loss progress.
September 14, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Are you taking JABS at yourself?
Judging
Abandoning
Blaming
Shaming
These habits hinder your weight loss progress.
Judging
Abandoning
Blaming
Shaming
These habits hinder your weight loss progress.
Weight loss mistake: comparing your portions to other people's portions.
September 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Weight loss mistake: comparing your portions to other people's portions.
When you're not scared of feeling your emotions, you open up a world of possibilities for growth and change— especially when it comes to overeating.
September 13, 2024 at 10:00 PM
When you're not scared of feeling your emotions, you open up a world of possibilities for growth and change— especially when it comes to overeating.
The only problem food solves is hunger. If you're stuffing emotions with food you're just creating more problems than you started with.
September 13, 2024 at 8:00 PM
The only problem food solves is hunger. If you're stuffing emotions with food you're just creating more problems than you started with.
Trying to find the 'perfect' diet? Remember: Every expert contradicts another. The key is finding what works for your body and your life.
September 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Trying to find the 'perfect' diet? Remember: Every expert contradicts another. The key is finding what works for your body and your life.
Overdesire for certain foods often comes from restriction. The less you allow yourself to have something, the more you'll crave it
September 12, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Overdesire for certain foods often comes from restriction. The less you allow yourself to have something, the more you'll crave it
Changing your body doesn't change how you feel about yourself. Don't wait until you reach your goal weight to love and appreciate your body.
September 12, 2024 at 8:00 PM
Changing your body doesn't change how you feel about yourself. Don't wait until you reach your goal weight to love and appreciate your body.
Losing weight isn't just about the number on the scale. There are so many other things that can be seen as success along the way. If all you're focused on is the scale, you're going to get pretty frustrated and tempted to give up. Focus on non-scale victories daily to stay motivated.
September 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Losing weight isn't just about the number on the scale. There are so many other things that can be seen as success along the way. If all you're focused on is the scale, you're going to get pretty frustrated and tempted to give up. Focus on non-scale victories daily to stay motivated.
When losing weight, your meal plan should never feel like punishment. Never.
September 11, 2024 at 10:00 PM
When losing weight, your meal plan should never feel like punishment. Never.