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The Skinny Switch

Sometimes called The French Women’s Diet

The Skinny Switch is sometimes called Diet Secrets. It’s a funny title for a page, don’t you think? But, after fifteen years and having treated well over a thousand overweight clients, I really believe it exists, at least in some form. I am confident it is one of the traits adopted, maybe unknowingly, by those almost ‘God-like’ people who stay naturally thin, regardless of what goes in their mouths. I was attending a Psychology Conference at Warsaw University when I first heard a presentation about it, and it piqued my interest; it may have the same effect on you.

So, what exactly is this Default Switch, and why should you care? Your Default Switch is the internal mechanism that dictates your automatic response to various choices, particularly those related to your diet and lifestyle. If your Default Switch is stuck in the “Yes” position, you may find it challenging to resist temptations and maintain a healthy weight. This constant giving into your indulgences around food and alcohol will almost certainly make you feel powerless in your weight loss efforts.

If you read any of the hundreds of articles about French Women and how they maintain their weight, you may observe some parallels. So, let me try to explain what I mean about your ‘Default Switch’. Then, if that grabs your imagination, I will go on and give you a few pointers on how you can go about changing yours. Not from On to Off, but changing it from a Yes to a No! So, my guess is that if you are struggling to lose weight, then it is possible your Default Switch could well be stuck in the ‘Yes’ position, and that is certainly not where you want it to be.

Firstly, let me just say that changing your psychological default switch from one position to the other requires a certain amount of effort and energy. That in itself is half the problem; it is why more people don’t do it. So, as an example, let’s imagine you’re on a diet. It’s important to you; this time, you are making a real effort to succeed. You want to look your best for an upcoming beach holiday. Then a group of friends call to say they are going out to your favourite Pizza restaurant. They really want you to join them, and because you know the food and wine will be good, as will the company. Do you say Yes or No?

Just relax and daydream for a few minutes; what would it be like to be ultimately 100% in control? To effortlessly say No whenever you wanted, without even having to think about it. For the first time in your life, you start to think about yourself and what you want instead of pleasing others. So, instead of saying Yes and giving in to every request, you just stopped and selected whichever option served your best interests. Does it sound like a dream? No, it’s just about flipping your default switch.

Your switch has probably been stuck in the Yes Position for many years. So, what’s it like living a life in a permanent Yes phase? Well, it’s like this, “Martin, do you want to come out tonight? Yes! Do you want a pizza? Yes! Do you fancy a glass of wine? Yes, in fact, I’ll have two! Martin, how about going away for a weekend? Yes! It was always Yes. Because Yes was my default switch. It never needed any thinking about, it was automatic, it was painless, it was easy, just say Yes to everything. Martin was always up for fun and pleasing other people.

Then, after hearing the university presentation, I decided to have a go to make a change in my life. I wanted to see what it would be like to live with No as my default setting instead of Yes. To be honest, at the start, it required more effort than I had anticipated. Making the change and mentally flipping the switch to the No position to make No my new default setting permanent was exhausting. It is more complicated than it sounds, but you can do it; the result will blow you away. Now, whenever anyone asks me something that does not align with my goals, I would, in most cases, just automatically say No Thank You. Then they, or I, had to work very hard to get it to a Yes. As a result, it took the pressure away; in fact, it often put pressure on them.

Whilst flipping the switch needs a lot of effort, that is also a positive, as once you have re-positioned it, it takes a lot of effort to flip it back again. But be careful; you may become someone your friends describe as dull, always saying no. However, if that is what it takes, even temporarily, for you to achieve your target weight, then maybe, just maybe, that’s OK. Most French women seem to be able to control their weight almost effortlessly. They often do what is best for them: ‘Will saying yes take me closer to my goal or move me further away?’.

Whilst changing the position of my Default Switch helped me on my weight loss journey, it also changed many other facets of my life. I find that I think about myself a little more now. Before, if I had decided to have a few nights in and catch up on my sleep and just chill, I would often find myself just giving in as soon as someone invited us out. If anyone asked me to take on some extra work, I used to say Yes! Now I think about the consequences and make a more considered decision based on how it fits in with my goals.

Changing your Default setting from Yes to No will serve you well in many areas of your life. So, make sure you commit to changing the default to where you want it to be. Try it; like I say, it takes more effort than you may think, but the results come very quickly. Once you have mastered it, the whole thing becomes effortless. Give yourself seven days; you may be surprised. It will undoubtedly allow you to make more informed decisions that benefit you and take you on the route you want to follow rather than always pleasing others. Always say No To Weight Los Surgery; read the Post Here.

In the Success Stories section of this website, you can read verified details about my weight loss journey, along with many others. In one of the CBT sessions in the My Weigh Less Course, a considerable amount of time is dedicated to helping people change their Default Switch. Hello, The magazine below features our weight loss treatment. You may also be interested in reading our blog post explaining how you can boost your metabolism naturally.

In conclusion

“The Skinny Switch” is not just a clever title but a powerful concept that can be a game-changer in your weight management journey and various other aspects of your life. This Default Switch, which determines your automatic responses to choices, particularly those related to your diet and lifestyle, holds the key to regaining control and making decisions that prioritise your goals and well-being.

The journey from a Default Switch set to “Yes” to one set to “No” may require effort and energy, but the results are transformative. By flipping this switch, you empower yourself to say “No” when it aligns with your goals, allowing you to overcome the constant struggle with temptations and external pressures. The Skinny Switch.

Consider the wisdom of French women who effortlessly maintain their weight by consistently choosing what serves them best. You, too, can adopt this approach, reshaping your Default Switch to reflect your desires and aspirations. While it may lead to temporary perceptions of being less fun, remember that it’s a small sacrifice for long-term success.

Changing your Default Switch not only impacts your weight but also transforms how you approach various decisions in life. You become more deliberate and focused on your goals rather than giving in to external influences. Ultimately, you regain control over your choices, allowing you to live a life that aligns with your aspirations.

If you’re curious to explore the effectiveness of this concept, our Success Stories section features verified accounts of our weight loss treatment. Additionally, consider enrolling in our My Weigh Less Course, which offers guidance on changing your Default Switch and regaining control over your choices.

Embrace the freedom to confidently say “No” to anything that does not empower you to make decisions that benefit you while still enjoying a fulfilling life. The Skinny Switch isn’t just a catchy phrase; it’s a transformative tool that can reshape your journey to a healthier, happier you.

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Read on to find out about our award-winning solution! But first, allow us to introduce ourselves. We are Martin and Marion Shirran, and we have worked in the field of weight loss for almost 20 years. We are both clinical therapists and the developers of the globally acclaimed Gastric Mind Band Permanent Weight-Loss Treatment. Articles about our treatment and successful clients have appeared in the global media, including The Times, The Telegraph and the Express. Additionally, magazines such as Vogue, Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Hello, Woman, Reader’s Digest and Psychologies have featured our work, as have TV shows around the world.

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During the twelve one-hour sessions that make up the programme, dieters learn about aspects of obesity and weight loss that they may have never associated as being connected. The programme has been built around a combination of empirically proven interventions. These include TactileCBT, cognitive behaviour therapy, neuro-linguistic programming, and clinical hypnotherapy. The treatment is designed to connect your mind with your body, delivering a simple, clean connection between Weight Loss and Wellness.

Over a thousand people travelled from around the world to experience our weight-loss treatment. Our clients include celebrities, members of the public and medical professionals, including doctors, dentists, nurses, anaesthetists and consultant surgeons. Some clients simply want to shed their excess weight to look better. However, others tell us that health is the main reason. Many of our past clients have successfully reversed medical conditions such as insulin resistance, diabetes, high blood pressure, and fatty liver disease, whereas others have managed to avoid having knee or hip replacement surgery. You may like to read more details on our Medical Endorsements page.

Our weight-loss approach has been the subject of continued research and development over the last thirteen years. Sharon, above, lost 75 pounds. Our youngest client was just fourteen, and the oldest was eighty-six. Some clients wished to lose just a few pounds to fit into their wedding dress. But others, like Sarah below, went on to lose over 140 pounds. As a result, she was featured globally on TV and in the press. Follow this link to sign up for our course now, and you can start your weight-loss journey today.

Our psychology-focused weight-loss programme provides a ‘Psychological Reset’ for those wishing to lose weight. The programme incorporates an updated version of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, TCBT, which is the subject of our bestselling book, published globally by Hay House. Professor Windy Dryden of Goldsmiths University in London endorsed the book, and Professor Philip Zimbardo of Stanford University in the USA wrote the foreword. We also incorporate the latest developments around Neuroplasticity and Neuro-Linguistic Programming along with many other disciplines. One component of our psychology-focused weight-loss programme provides a ‘Psychological Reset’.

Just think for a moment how different your relationship with food and weight loss would be if we re-programmed your subconscious mind to effortlessly replace the word “want” with the word “need”? The result: imagine you are out having dinner with friends ordering a burger. Instead of hearing the waiter asking: “Do you ‘want’ fries with that?” without thinking, you hear and automatically process the question as: “Do you ‘need’ fries with that?” Things would be very different, right? You see, at a cognitive level, we process those words differently. Later, maybe the waiter says, do you ‘want’ another glass of wine? You, of course, hear and cognitively process the word stream as do you ‘need’ another glass of wine. You can watch an animated video explaining ‘Want and Need’ and how it works at the bottom of this page. The Skinny Switch.

Another ‘fix’ in the programme relates to just why people eat. So, during the programme, you will be asked when was the last time you ate in response to actual, physical hunger. Most people say: “Thinking about it, I haven’t been physically hungry for years”. And so we ask them: “Do you ever eat when you are bored, stressed, tired, lonely, depressed, sad, to reward yourself, when watching TV, or maybe just to please someone else?” Then, we do another reset, and so it goes on…

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We have spent many months completely reformatting our unique, phenomenally successful approach to weight loss. As a result, the course is now instantly available to download to your phone, tablet, or computer. This also means that you can complete the entire course without having to leave the comfort and security of your own home. Welcome to the ‘My Weigh Less Master Class’!

Read on the pages of this website how the award-winning ‘My Weigh Less’ downloadable treatment is successfully delivering what is surely ‘utopia’ to dieters: a medically endorsed, proven weight-loss approach that provides permanent results! The programme is also based on over 15,000 1:1 clinical treatment hours. My Weigh Less can help you reach your weight-loss goals.

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Marion Shirran, as a director of Oxford Therapeutics Limited, is proud to be a registered Stakeholder in NICE – National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Marion is also involved in the government’s All-Party Parliamentary Group on Obesity.

We were proud to be awarded the ‘Most Innovative Obesity Psychological Therapy’ in the UK Mental Health Awards 2022.

We also appeared on the This Morning TV show with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

In 2010, we travelled to New York to be interviewed on the Good Morning America TV Show.

We are also co-authors of two bestselling books about non-surgical weight loss, published by Hay House.

You can read a full breakdown of all the components included in the treatment package on the Course Details page. There is also an explanation of the treatment on the Does This Work? Page. We look forward to working with you. Additionally, you can read reviews from medical and other professionals on the Medical Endorsement page.

Watch the short animated ‘Want and Need Video’ below…

Click on the link below to listen to our short audio introduction to the weight-loss course.

You can download the complete My Weigh Less course and start your weight-loss journey today.

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