Dish On Ditching Diets

167: How to Stop Letting the Scale Control You

June 15, 2026·35 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Have you ever stepped on the scale and let a number determine your mood, whether you were "good" or "bad?" If you've ever spiraled, questioned whether your efforts are "working," or felt defeated by the scale, this episode is for you! In this episode, Megan breaks down women's toxic relationship with the scale and how to stop letting it control your mood, actions, and weight-loss results. In this episode, she covers: Why the scale is only one piece of data, not a measure of your worth The biggest mistake women make when using the scale and tracking progress How body recomposition can be happening even when the scale isn't moving Why fat loss is rarely linear (and what to focus on instead) How to become neutral to the scale and start making decisions based on your actions, not your emotions Resources: DIY Weight Loss Workshop Grab the 5 Steps To Lasting Weight Loss FREE CLASS for Women 35+ Schedule a Free Consultation Want me to answer your questions on my next Q&A episode? Drop your questions here!

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