Why You Self-Sabotage Your Diet (and How to Stop)

Why is it that we can have the very best intentions when it comes to our diet, yet still find ourselves falling back into the same old habits? In this episode of Diet Notes, Susie takes a closer look at self-sabotage and some of the deeper reasons we struggle to make lasting changes to the way we eat. From early experiences with dieting and deeply ingrained food beliefs, to all-or-nothing thinking, emotional eating and simply being too exhausted to prioritise ourselves, there’s often much more going on than a lack of willpower. Susie explores how familiar patterns can keep us stuck, why overly restrictive approaches so often backfire, and how creating more time and energy for yourself can make healthy choices far easier to sustain. Plus, she finishes with one very simple piece of advice that can make an immediate difference: if you don’t want to eat it, stop buying it. A practical and thought-provoking episode for anyone who feels like they’re constantly starting over with their diet and wondering why nothing seems to stick.