Ep# 161: Stuck in a Fat Loss Rut
In this episode, Dr. Kashey takes an unexpected detour from the planned lesson on resilience and the psychobiology of stress. Dr. Kashey dives into a thought-provoking post from the group. A community member shares the ups and downs of their journey, expressing frustration despite notable successes. Dr. Kashey seizes this opportunity to discuss the concept of neediness and the pitfalls of rigid belief systems. He explores the delicate balance between demandingness and adaptability, shedding light on how many individuals unknowingly make progress by accident and then find themselves stuck. The episode delves into the importance of rational responses to frustrating stimuli and the role of frustration tolerance in achieving sustainable success. Dr. Kashey encourages listeners to dispute demanding beliefs with logic, empirical evidence, and practicality, emphasizing the significance of being rational and constructive.