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Why Motivation Isn’t Enough

May 23, 20253 min read

Why Motivation Isn’t Enough: Sara’s Story & What Most People Get Wrong About Weight Loss

Let me tell you about my client, Sara.

From April 12th to May 22nd, she lost 9 pounds.👏🥳

That number might not seem flashy in a world obsessed with “30-day shred” promises and dramatic before-and-afters...
But let me be clear — that 9 pounds? It came from showing up even when she didn’t want to. Saying no to cravings. Pushing through tired days. Choosing her future self over her comfort zone.

And that, my friend, is something worth celebrating.


The Real Story Behind the Progress

Sara didn’t start off perfect. In fact, she struggled a lot in the beginning.

She struggled with:

  • Saying no to the foods she loves

  • Getting to the gym when she felt drained

  • Believing she was “doing enough”

  • Feeling guilty for every slip-up

  • Holding herself to an unrealistic standard

Every week in our check-ins, she’d downplay her progress. She’d point out what went wrong. She’d tell me all the ways she “messed up.”

And every week, I’d point out what she got right.


Small Wins Are Everything

The truth is, Sara’s journey isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency.

She committed to 3 days a week in the gym.
She followed her meal guidance plan.
She kept showing up.

And that’s the part no one talks about.

Most people try to overhaul their life in one dramatic sweep. They think motivation will carry them. That they need to “look good” by some arbitrary deadline for a wedding, trip, or event.

But motivation fades.
Life gets chaotic.
And when the timeline gets missed, they quit — not because they’re incapable, but because they were chasing a finish line instead of falling in love with the process.


The Hardest Part? Cravings.

Sara’s biggest struggle is cravings. And she’s not alone.

Cravings don’t just go away — they get quieter the more you stay consistent, fuel your body properly, and create a routine that actually supports your goals.

Together, we worked on:

  • Swapping her favorite indulgences with healthier options

  • Building a meal plan that satisfies and fuels (not deprives)

  • Finding patterns in her cravings (Are they emotional? Hormonal? Habitual?)

  • Celebrating her small wins — not just the scale

And she’s not done. But she’s becoming someone who doesn't just want the result — she's committed to becoming the kind of woman who follows through.


You Deserve the Same Support

Maybe you’re like Sara.
Maybe you’ve started and stopped.
Maybe you’re tired of quick fixes and are finally ready to play the long game — and do it the right way.

You don’t need more motivation.
You need a plan that fits your life, supports your goals, and honors your energy.

That’s why I created this:


🥗 Your Free 7-Day Meal Plan – 1800 Calories

Whether you're vegetarian, carnivore, or somewhere in between — I’ve built meal plan options that fit your flavor, fuel your body, and work with your goals.

But here’s the thing...

👉 Do you know how many calories you should actually be eating?
👉 Do you know if 1800 is right for you — or if your goals need something different?


📲 Schedule a Free Call

Let’s talk.
I’ll walk you through your actual calorie needs, your schedule, and help you build a system that works — without overwhelm.

👉 Click here to Book Your Call

No pressure. Just a conversation about how to finally take your power back — one meal, one rep, one decision at a time.

You in?


🍽️ Download Your 7-Day Meal Plan

Choose the version that fits your lifestyle best — each plan includes 6 meals per day, full macros, and a matching grocery list:

🔹Standard Meal Plan – 1800 Calories
🥑 Keto Meal Plan – 1800 Calories
🌱 Vegetarian Meal Plan – 1800 Calories
🥩 Carnivore Meal Plan – 1800 Calories

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