

The Burn Stress Lose Weight Podcast
Dr. Priyanka Venugopal
The Burn Stress Lose Weight Podcast is a weekly audio letter for professional working moms to feel simultaneously inspired and educated on the real solution to lasting weight loss results. I share my real lived experience as a busy physician mom who struggled on-and-off the scale and exactly how I solved this problem once and for all.
You don't need another quick fix to lose the weight you want.
Welcome to a science and perspective driven podcast that is designed to help all professional working moms feel a little more Unstoppable.
You don't need another quick fix to lose the weight you want.
Welcome to a science and perspective driven podcast that is designed to help all professional working moms feel a little more Unstoppable.
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Jan 6, 2026 • 33min
196: Top 10 Reasons for Decision Fatigue
This episode kicks off the year with a bold reframe for high-achieving women who are tired of starting strong in January… only to feel stuck by February. I'm breaking down why weight loss doesn't stall because you "lack discipline," but because of invisible decision fatigue that quietly drains your time, energy, and momentum. In this conversation, I share why overachievers are especially vulnerable to indecision, how unmade choices create unnecessary drag, and what it actually takes to turn January motivation into real, lasting momentum—on the scale and in your life. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/196 Register for the Live Training: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/training

Dec 30, 2025 • 26min
195: How to Troubleshoot Any Fail: Part 2
What if the reason you keep repeating the same results isn't a lack of discipline—but the way you're interpreting your "fails"? In Part 2 of this New Year series, I'm inviting you to pause before you grab a fresh planner or declare a clean slate. Instead of starting over, we're looking back—with curiosity, self-trust, and 100% responsibility—to uncover the real gaps that quietly sabotaged your momentum last year. This episode is about treating yourself like a human (not a robot), learning from missteps without shame, and building systems that actually work in real life—especially if you're an overachiever who's tired of doing everything "right" and still feeling stuck. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/195 Register for the Live Training: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/training

Dec 23, 2025 • 38min
194: How to Troubleshoot Any Fail: Part 1
What if the reason last year didn't go the way you planned isn't lack of discipline… but lack of troubleshooting? In part one of this two-part New Year series, I'm walking you through how to look at the past year without shame, blame, or "fresh start" pressure—and instead use it as data. This episode is about learning how to identify what actually got in the way, so you don't repeat the same patterns when the calendar flips. This conversation is especially for overachieving professional women who hate feeling behind, avoid "failure," and secretly expect themselves to just figure it out next time. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/194 Register for the Live Training: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/training

Dec 16, 2025 • 37min
193: How to Drop Body Shame from Weight Loss in 2026
In today's episode, I'm having a conversation that's been on my heart for a long time: how to drop body shame from your weight loss journey without giving up on your goals. As we head into a new year, it's easy to approach health and body goals from a place of punishment—and I want to show you why that never leads to results that last. I'm sharing personal stories from my own journey and breaking down why hating your body (or the process) quietly keeps you stuck, and how it's possible to hold compassion for yourself and still want meaningful change. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/193 Register for the Live Training: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/training

Dec 9, 2025 • 24min
192: Discomfort Intolerance
When you're working toward big goals—on the scale or in your life—discomfort will show up. But most overachievers confuse discomfort with deprivation and end up solving the wrong problem. In this episode, I break down what discomfort really is, why it feels so intense, and the five places it quietly blocks your follow-through. If you've ever felt "stuck" despite having a solid plan, this will bring so much clarity. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/192 Learn more: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/ Take the Stress Quiz: https://burnstressloseweight.com/stress

Dec 2, 2025 • 28min
191: The 42% Weight Loss Gap
There's a hidden mismatch most high-achieving women never account for—and it explains why results feel so hit-or-miss. In this episode, I break down the 42% Gap and why weekends, holidays, and "special occasions" quietly undo the progress you work so hard for Monday–Thursday. I'm also sharing how this ties into the new Unstoppable rebrand, the Stress Archetypes Quiz, and why this final month of the year is your most powerful runway for next-year results. Resources: Learn more: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/ Take the Stress Quiz: https://burnstressloseweight.com/stress

Nov 25, 2025 • 25min
190: Stress Eating Mini Series: Fawn
As we wrap up this 4-part Stress Archetype miniseries, we're diving into one that hits especially close to home for high-achieving women—the People Pleaser (Fawn Response). If you've ever found yourself eating or drinking "just to fit in," feeling awkward saying no, or abandoning your plan in the name of keeping everyone else comfortable… this episode is for you. You'll learn why these moments have nothing to do with discipline and everything to do with stress dysregulation, belonging, and the ancient wiring of your brain. If you're heading into holiday gatherings, work events, or family dinners, this episode will help you show up with clarity, confidence, and self-trust—without feeling like you're the odd one out. Resources: Learn more: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/ Take the Stress Quiz: https://burnstressloseweight.com/stress

Nov 18, 2025 • 20min
189: Stress Eating Mini Series: The Procrastinator
If you've ever found yourself deep-cleaning the kitchen or running "quick" errands instead of doing the thing you actually planned to do… this episode is for you. You'll learn how the freeze stress response quietly drives procrastination — especially for high-achieving women who are constantly in motion. You'll see how perfectionism and pressure can make you feel stuck even when you're busy, and how to finally catch those moments where you're "doing everything except the thing." Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/189 Learn more about The Unstoppable Group: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/

Nov 11, 2025 • 23min
188: Stress Eating Mini Series: The Advocate
In this episode, we're diving into the fight response—what I call The Advocate. If you're the woman who pushes harder when life gets messy, who double-downs and powers through even when you're exhausted, this one's for you. We'll unpack how the same drive that fuels our success at work and home can quietly sabotage our consistency and keep us stuck in the stress-weight cycle. Instead of trying to be "more disciplined," we'll explore what's really going on under the surface—how stress, cortisol, and unchecked emotions drive urges, cravings, and burnout. You'll learn how to regulate our stress, reclaim our energy, and stay consistent without needing more willpower. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/188 Learn more about The Unstoppable Group: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/

Nov 4, 2025 • 29min
187: Stress Eating Mini Series: The Escapist
The holidays are here — and so are the endless parties, deadlines, and emotions that make it feel impossible to stay on plan. But what if stress wasn't the villain? What if understanding how your body and brain respond to stress could help you finally stay consistent through the busiest season of the year? In this first episode of the Stress Type Mini-Series, we're diving into the Flight Response — also known as The Escapist. You'll learn why your brain feels pulled toward the pantry (or the wine glass) when life gets hectic, and how to retrain it without more willpower or rules. Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/187 Learn more about The Unstoppable Group: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/


