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This is something I’ve struggled to put into words because for a long time I thought this was just my life and something I had to accept. My name is Pooja. I’m 39 and I live in London. I’m sharing this because women from Indian backgrounds don’t often talk openly about this, yet so many of us are quietly struggling in exactly the same way. Food has always been central to my life. Not just eating, but love, family, celebration, comfort. Saying no was seen as rude. Leaving food on your plate felt disrespectful. Every gathering revolved around abundance, generosity, and togetherness, and I loved that. But somewhere along the way, I lost my ability to listen to my own body. I wasn’t eating because I was hungry. I was eating because it was expected. Because it was there. Because it felt emotional to refuse. I’d eat even when I felt full, then feel heavy, uncomfortable, and frustrated with myself afterwards. I tried dieting many times but it never worked long term. Cutting out foods felt like rejecting my culture. I’d last a few weeks, then one family event would undo everything and I’d feel like a failure all over again. It became exhausting. I felt stuck between wanting to be healthy and wanting to belong. I also noticed how much I thought about food. Planning meals, worrying about portions, feeling guilty before I’d even eaten. Even at night my mind wouldn’t switch off. My sleep suffered and I woke up feeling tired and bloated more often than not. I found Clear Minds after seeing an Instagram ad that spoke about changing your relationship with food rather than fighting it. That really stood out to me. I decided to try the Hypnotic Gastric Band session along with a few other sessions on the app, telling myself I’d just see how it felt. The change was gentle but profound. I didn’t suddenly start eating salads or giving up the foods I love. What changed was how much I ate and how I felt while eating. I started noticing fullness without effort. I could enjoy food and stop naturally. I didn’t feel the need to clear my plate just because it was there. For the first time, I felt permission to honour both my body and my culture at the same time. Listening every night became part of my routine. It helped me unwind, sleep deeper, and feel calmer in my body. My sleep improved massively and so did my overall wellbeing. I felt lighter mentally, not just physically. Clear Minds didn’t just help with weight loss. It gave me peace around food. I stopped feeling controlled by it. I stopped feeling guilty for wanting change. I finally felt balanced. The emotional support community has been such a comforting place too. It’s filled with people who genuinely understand, support, and encourage each other without judgement. Clear Minds asked if I would leave a review and I wanted to, because this has been a life changing experience for me. If you are a woman navigating cultural expectations around food and feeling stuck, I cannot recommend this enough. It changed everything for me, quietly, respectfully, and in a way that truly lasted.