If you’ve ever eaten dessert and immediately spiraled into guilt, panic, or “I’ve ruined everything” thinking… you’re not alone. For so many women over 40, sweets aren’t just food—they feel like a threat to weight-loss progress. But what if it’s not the dessert that derails you… What if it’s the story you tell yourself after you eat it? You’ve probably heard that you need to avoid sugar, follow rigid rules, or rely on medication just to keep cravings in check. But the truth is, there’s a single mental shift that can stop the guilt spiral and help you enjoy dessert without undoing your results. In today’s episode, I’ll share the pattern I discovered that consistently separates women who can confidently enjoy dessert and still get results from those who feel like one bite will send them off the rails. Addressing this pattern leads to clearer hunger signals, calmer cravings, and more confidence in every food decision you make.   Ready to set yourself up for sustainable weight loss success?   Book a Breakthrough Coaching Session today. We'll identify your most impactful next step and co-create execution strategies that make taking consistent action feasible in the context of your everyday life. Click here to schedule today and use coupon code PODCAST to save $100.   Next Steps: Join the free community. https://concitathomas.com/community Submit a question to be answered on the podcast. https://concitathomas.com/askconcita Want to see what happens behind the scenes? Follow me. https://instagram.com/concita Want to discuss working together? Email me. [email protected]