Hello everyone,
Here we are! 2026 has officially started!
You know I like to talk a lot about behaviour change in January, and this year I am bringing you an interview with Dr Rosie Webster, the person who first taught me about behaviour change in 2021.PS: The videos I upload here are available as podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or on YouTube. If you prefer reading, I have summarised the conversation below.
If you have PCOS and feel stuck in cycles of motivation, burnout, and starting over, this episode is for you. We break down why common advice doesn’t work, why weight loss is such a frustrating goal, and how behavioural science can help you build habits that actually support your hormones, health, and long-term life. You’ll leave with a clearer way to think about habits, health, and January resets and a framework you can actually apply to your own life. We answer the following:
* Why does motivation fade so quickly when we try to change our habits, especially around weight and lifestyle?
* Why doesn’t “just trying harder” work when it comes to weight loss and behaviour change?
* How should someone approach lifestyle change in a way that’s realistic and sustainable, rather than all-or-nothing?
* What role do our environment and daily context play in why weight-related changes feel so hard to stick to?
* Why does focusing on weight loss often backfire, and what should people focus on instead?
* How can someone use a fresh start (like January) to actually set up changes that last long term?
Rosie has a PhD in Health Psychology and is a behavioural science consultant and health coach, specialising in how people make and sustain health behaviour change. The perfect person to speak to in January, as we are considering making changes to our lifestyle for PCOS.
