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New Episode 3

When weight isn't yours to carry alone:
Tanja’s story of finding support, self-worth and a way forward

"That was the moment I realised I'm not alone in this journey."

“Seeking help was my turning point.”
 

"It's not only the weight. It's the stigma that comes with it."

"It's not just as simple as exercising more and eating less."

Four conversations.
One journey most people take alone.

Estée leads honest conversations with people who look back at their weight journey – the turning points, and what it really took to get there.

Mascha

Mascha Episode 1

Taking action for your weight and wellbeing doesn’t mean doing it alone

Natalie

Natalie Episode 2

Weight, Stigma and Food Noise can be loud—so choose conversation, not silence



Tanja

Tanja Episode 3

Living with obesity meant carrying more than weight. Finding the right support can change everything.

Naomi

Naomi Episode 4

Coming soon. Naomi's story is on its way.

 


 

Meet the host

Estée Lalonde

Estée approaches the topic of weight with curiosity – asking the questions she's wanted answers to herself. The conversations that follow are personal.

Estée Lalonde

"Having been through my own weight journey, I know how personal and emotional these conversations can be."

Conversation Highlights

Mascha Episode 1

“That was the moment I realised I needed to take action.”

Mascha Episode 1

Taking action for your weight doesn’t mean doing it alone.

Natalie Episode 2

“It’s not about perfection—it’s about finding what’s right for you.”

Natalie Episode 2

“It’s okay to ask for help and support—talk to someone.”


What stayed with you?

Everyone's experience with weight loss is different. You might recognise yourself in more than one topic. Start with what feels closest.

What stayed with you
There's more to weight than willpower3

There's more to weight than willpower

The stories you've heard are real – and so is the biology behind them. Weight loss is complex. Understanding what's going on in your body changes how you see the journey, and what kind of support can help.

You don't have to figure this out alone

A conversation with your doctor about weight is more straightforward than it might feel. You don't need to have all the answers before. If a doctor conversation feels like a big step right now, that's fine. Understanding what support looks like is good place to begin.

References:
  1. Vartanian, Lenny R., et al. ‘Experiences of Weight Stigma in Everyday Life: Implications for Health Motivation.’ Stigma and Health, vol. 3, no. 2, May 2018, pp. 85–92. DOI.org (Crossref), https://doi.org/10.1037/sah0000077.
  2. Kolasa, K.M., Collier, D.N. and Cable, K. (2010) Weight loss strategies that really work. The Journal of Family Practice, 59(7), pp. 378–385.
  3. IOC. Is Weight Loss the Same for Everyone? Understanding Individual Differences in Obesity Treatments - Istanbul Obesity Center. 2 Mar. 2025, https://istanbulobesitycenter.com/is-weight-loss-the-same-for-everyone-understanding-individual-differences-in-obesity-treatments/.
  4. Best, Damian, et al. ‘How Effective Are Weight-Loss Interventions for Improving Fertility in Women and Men Who Are Overweight or Obese? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Evidence’. Human Reproduction Update, vol. 23, no. 6, Nov. 2017, pp. 681–705. DOI.org (Crossref), https://doi.org/10.1093/humupd/dmx027.
  5. Obesity and Overweight. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight.  
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