My Thoughts on Intuitive Eating: Does It Really Work? (Part 1)
Lately, I have been talking about intuitive eating versus (what I call) intentional eating. Many of you (in my community) have asked me my stance on intuitive eating; if I hate it and if I’m anti-intuitive eating. For this reason, I think it’s important to share my thoughts on intuitive eating with you. I want…
Read More Willpower & Your Relationship With The Word “NO”
Some people say that willpower is a finite resource, while others disagree. I think what’s important to know is that willpower shifts and changes, it’s not a fixed point. It changes based on your internal and external factors. It changes based on how you’re feeling that day, whether you’ve had enough sleep, what else you…
Read More Do You Struggle With Black & White Thinking?
Black and white thinking is the cognitive distortion I see most in my practice. The American Psychological Association defines cognitive distortions as “faulty or inaccurate thinking, perception or belief.” Black and white thinking is also known as all or nothing thinking. While there are many cognitive distortions (you can find a list of the most…
Read More Are Processed Foods Bad For You?
I’m about to give you what I consider the only nutritional advice that is true for everyone across the board. This is for every shape and size, not just those working on weight management. If you are looking to be healthy, free of disease, free of body image struggles, free of weight struggles, reduced anxiety…
Read More A Fixed Mindset vs. A Growth Mindset: Why It Matters When It Comes To Weight Loss
The work that I do includes learning about the conscious and subconscious parts of our brain, and the role these play in our everyday behaviors. My focus is on our conscious ability to shift the mind, how that affects who we are, and all of the outcomes we see in our lives, including our weight…
Read More How To Overcome Your Negative Body Image
Today is about helping you get to a place where you’re finding more peace and ease with your body. I am going to give you TWO tangible steps you can begin using TODAY to start on this journey. These are two really powerful steps that I use with all of my clients who are struggling…
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