What is Thin Within? 
TW is a unique spiritually based, non-diet approach to weight loss. It is a 48-week program that is grace-oriented, Biblically sound and teaches you to listen to your body’s natural internal hunger/fullness signals. You will learn to eat like a naturally thin person which will enable you to reach and maintain your God-given size.
Please read Our Hunger Philosophy for more information.
How is the Thin Within program different from other weight loss programs?
Physiologically, Thin Within is different because it is a non-diet approach. We don’t count calories, fat grams, nor weigh & measure food. There are no food plans….no “good foods” or “bad foods”…..because food is not the problem. Overeating is the problem. TW teaches us to eat the foods we enjoy in response to our natural God-given signals of hunger and fullness, so that we will naturally melt down to the size that God intended us to be.
Spiritually it is different because it is a grace-oriented approach. Our hope is not in the external keeping of food rules, but our hope is in the transforming power of God’s grace that not only saves us, but empowers us to live the overcoming abundant life.
Who founded TW? Who is Judy Halliday? What are her credentials and background?
Judy Halliday, R.N. is a registered psychiatric nurse and co-founder of Thin Within. She is author of the best seller Thin Within: How to Eat and Live like a Thin Person and co-author (with her husband Arthur Halliday, M.D.) of Silent Hunger (also published as Thin Again).
Read more about the Origins of Thin Within and Judy Halliday's Story
How can I eat the foods I enjoy and still lose weight?
Weight loss occurs when you cut down on the overall amount of food you eat. In Thin Within, you’ll no longer be eating large quantities of tasteless low calorie foods, but a much smaller quantity of foods you truly enjoy. In other words, you cut back on the quantity of food you eat but maximize the quality by only eating the foods you enjoy. As you learn to eat in response to true physiological hunger, you’re going to find you are satisfied with much less food, and you will enjoy each eating occasion a whole lot more.
What if I am not religious? What if I am not a Christian?
TW started 26 years ago as a non-religious secular program. The hunger/fullness principles are a very effective, proven weight loss method adaptable for everyone.
What do God and faith have to do with weight loss?
God is the creator of our bodies and we must look to Him in order to know how best to take care of them – that is…. we check with the manufacturer! He designed us with internal signals of hunger and fullness – as we purposefully live in response to them, we are living by faith that we are fearfully and wonderfully made by an awesome creator. We are trusting in God and His plan rather than diets to change us.
What denomination is the TW program?
Non-denominational.
What is your doctrinal or mission statement?
Please see our Statement of Faith.
Is there an exercise program with TW? Is exercise involved in TW?
No, there is no formal exercise program in TW. Our recommendation always is Spirit filled eating the TW way, plus living an active life (we encourage at least 30 minutes 3 times per week.) of whatever physical activity you enjoy doing. Walking is of great benefit. Some form of enjoyable movement will allow you to be more aware of your body’s signals regarding hunger and fullness. The benefits of exercise are enormous including enhanced cardiovascular function, improved muscle tone, stress reliever, and a host of other things….. However, exercise is not the sole solution to weight loss.
Can I pick the lesson material up at a bookstore?
No. However, the Thin Within book will be available in bookstores.
Can I do the program by just reading the trade book?
You’ll get an overview of the program in the trade book, but in order to experience the true essence of the program and get the best results, you should begin with our first quarter starter kit. This will provide you with the weekly lessons and daily exercises you need to begin your journey.
 How much does the program cost and what do I get for the money?
Click here to see the pricing sheet and descriptions of the workbooks.
How much homework is there each week?
There is suggested homework to get you in the Word of God each day of the week. It is not mandatory to complete your homework in order to come or participate in a support group, but is extremely helpful to spend daily time in the Word of God in this transformation process.
What is the refund policy?
All sales of product kits are final.
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