Hey, Peeps, it’s me!
Not a blog tour, not a review, no birthdays or anniversaries to celebrate, just me here to have a catch up.
Some of you have been here since the beginning of my blogging journey, which started nearly ten years ago. And over that time, aside from me discussing topical issues, sharing family and cat stories, poetry and my writing journey, I have also documented when I have tried, and often succeeded, then failed, to start a weight loss journey.
I was so good with Slimming World, losing around 2 stone before I stilled and it all piled back on, then I also had a go at Noom, on two separate occasions, reading articles, logging food intake and weighing in every day… which again worked for a while before we moved house, and life went a bit topsy turvy…
I started to think this was it for me. I’d be that slightly podgy, bellied, double-chinned Ritu forever, and I had to accept it. After all, I also now have fibromyalgia to deal with – who I have also named Frank.
Fibro Frank is like that annoying houseguest who turns up unannounced, causing a flare up, and can sometimes overstay his welcome. While he is here, he exhausts me, and can play havoc with my joints. I just try and deal with him and his stay as each day comes.
Then a friend of mine recommended something she had started, Slimpod. It’s not a diet. It’s not about controlling your food intake, it’s about talking to your subconscience. She is much younger than me and has had trouble with her own joints and needed something to help, so she tried a 10-day free trial, and felt there was some change in her approach to food. She was going to sign up for the full programme and recommended it.
Again, no specific diet. No calorie counting. Just a way of retraining your mind and how it things about food and eating.
What is it, then?
Basically I listen to a pod (a short audio clip around 10 mins long) every day, before bed or sometimes more often, and our friend Trevor speaks to our subconscience. There are two to start with, but the Slimpod you should listen to daily. After 5 weeks there will be another pod released. And there are videos to watch, which are not long, and you can either watch them in one go once a week, or watch them over the week, before the new ones are released.
It’s all about Neuroscience, and unpacking possibly decades of emotional eating triggers. (Stress is one of mine.)
Plus you are encouraged to write down three wins a day. And to not weigh yourself.
I know. That’s a bit mad. A weight loss thing but you don’t weigh? Well, I guess the long and short of it is that we get so reliant on the numbers that show up, sometimes we forget to remember the other plusses that have occured
And I won’t go into it because, let’s face it, I’m not the expert, but after my first ten days, I wanted to share what I am feeling.
So, within a couple of days I did notice that, aside from a really stressful day where I ate three chocolate bars, I have stopped automatically reaching for snacks in between meals, and if I fancy something, I’m bypassing most naughty treats, and going for fruit. Don’t get me wrong, I haven’t stopped eating all things that give me pleasure, it’s just I can finally eat and stop before I finish a whole pack of something.
I’m eating three good meals a day, drinking more water, and snacking less. I’ve refused the takeaway that Hubby Dearest wants to order on most occasions, trying to cook from scratch more.
We aren’t meant to weigh in, but I did this morning, and I have lost 4lb in the ten days!
I’m trying to hit my step goals most days.
And I am starting to sleep better.
I’ve invested in a Snoozeband so I can fall asleep wearing it while listening to the pods as it is flat on the ears and I am a side sleeper. I am wearing it right now, as I type while listening to a podcast. So comfortable!
And I have realised that I don’t have to wear tent-like tops. I have worn a couple of outfits that cinch in at the waist, and usually I am paranoid because I feel conscious of my tummy, however people have made a point of saying how lovely they look on me. The tent-tops of which I have many, are comfortable for work, but they do make me look bigger because they hang in a certain way…
So, tomorrow, my free trial ends, and I am 100% going to be continuing. There are 3 monthly payment of £39 then the pods and videos are mine to keep and continue to listen to.
This isn’t me being paid to advertise. This is a genuine recommendation, that so far I am loving this! You can click below if you want to read more… You get 10% off if you use it!
And the Snoozebands are brilliant, too. Check them out, here!
Right, I will keep you updated on the progress!
In the meantime, have a great rest of your Sunday!
But I Smile Anyway... 
May 04, 2025 @ 16:31:53
I’m glad to know you’ve found something that works for you. Trying to lose weight is so difficult for some people. My younger son and one of my sisters both struggle continuously.
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May 04, 2025 @ 17:16:43
I am feeling benefits reaching further than just weight loss, too, Robbie! X
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May 05, 2025 @ 06:24:43
💓
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Mar 15, 2025 @ 18:16:23
Hi Ritu, I am glad you have found something that works for you with regards to weight loss. I’ve been losing weight and so have the opposite problem. I don’t want look gaunt.
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Mar 15, 2025 @ 18:41:53
I’m still trying it out, but I am finding I’m snacking less, so that is good!
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Mar 16, 2025 @ 12:21:29
Yes 🌈
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Mar 14, 2025 @ 00:16:00
Ritu, you go girl! I can feel your positivity. Bravo to your success. 💕
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Mar 14, 2025 @ 06:00:02
Thank you, Jennie! 💗
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Mar 14, 2025 @ 11:23:39
You’re welcome! 😍
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Mar 12, 2025 @ 11:57:00
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Mar 12, 2025 @ 12:03:51
Thank you!
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Mar 10, 2025 @ 15:14:39
Well done Ritu – I hope the success keeps going 🙂
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Mar 10, 2025 @ 15:39:59
Thank you!
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 23:46:25
I am so excited for you, Sis! And I envision you the perfect weight for your height and age!! ❤
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Mar 10, 2025 @ 05:57:22
Thank you Sis! 🥰
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 22:49:32
Way to go Sis. I’ve lost 30 pounds by eliminating sugar and flour. I eat brown rice and even gluten free oatmeal on alternating days. Lots of fruit and vegetables. I don’t ache like I used to. Any changes you make are moving in a positive direction. ❤️
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Mar 10, 2025 @ 05:58:14
Thst is awesome. Sis! The health benefits are amazing! 💛
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 22:28:08
There has changed so much, since i was here the last time. Sorry, Sis! This Snoozeband sounds very interesting, as i am listening to language files during sleep, and until now i have lost several pairs of buds. I hope you are feeling better soon. Weight is also an issue on me (Don’t smile, i am a bit vain. ;-)) I fought the battle by replacing 60% of my other meals with sliced carrots. This works for me very well, as long as i will not get rabbit ears. Lol Best wishes, and keep on to stay like you are every been. xx Michael
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 22:32:44
I reckon the Snoozeband would definitely help you there, Bro!
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 18:02:07
Woohoo Sis looking great and it sounds like you have found a winner here. Sending you loads of positive vibes 💜💜💜
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 18:48:35
Thanks, Sis!
I”ll give it a bit longer then fully endorse! 🤗
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 19:00:22
Great idea 💜💜
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:43:36
Best of luck Ritu. I’ve been struggling with my weight all my adult life
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:51:07
Maybe something like this would be good to try? 10 day free trial. Then the first month is a money back guarantee, so you get 40 days free. Im finding it really helps xx
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:55:41
Thanks my friend but I’ve gotten stomach sleeve surgery done and am losing weight gradually
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 17:17:00
Good luck xx
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 17:49:41
Thanks 🙏🏼
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 15:48:56
Oh wow, Ritu, I’m a Slimpodder too! I used it to lose weight (very successfully) a year ago before my hip replacement, and I’m currently in the process of going through the 12 week program again as unfortunately I slowly got back into bad habits (comfort eating again) and put some weight on while I was struggling to heal from my surgery. Thankfully once you have paid, you have access to the Gold program for life, which is great as I’m just following along myself this time and am finding it all easy enough to drop back into again. Love listening to Trevor every night… Good luck! 🙂
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:06:29
It’s always great to find a
a fellow Podder!
Im sure once you get going you will fly again! We can keep each other company!
Are you in the FB group? 🤗
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:45:59
No, I don’t do facebook at all these days… not even for Slimpod! 🙂
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Mar 09, 2025 @ 16:51:21
Ah, okay!
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