Inflamed in the Brain
Ever wish you could have a candid conversation with a dietitian who’s been there, done that, and clear all the confusion around anti-inflammatory nutrition? Well! That’s exactly what you’ll hear when you tune into the Inflamed in the Brain Podcast with your host and Anti-Inflammatory Dietitian, Krissy Carbo. After her MS diagnosis in 2015, Krissy became a Integrative and Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian who is ready to pull the curtain back and uncomplicate the seemingly complicated nutrition concepts so that busy people like yourself are equipped with the facts and step-by-step strategies you need to overcome the root cause of most modern health issues, inflammation. Tune in and get ready to hear honest answers around all things anti-inflammatory foods, gut health, immune health, stress, snacking, meal prep, body confidence struggles, and more. Whether you’re a fellow autoimmune warrior, dealing with an inflammatory disorder, or just trying to stress less about your health each episode is equipped with digestible nuggets that’ll leave you feeling more confident in your ability to self-care, be your own health advocate, and respect your body in a way that feels authentic to you for life-long success.
Inflamed in the Brain
From Perfect to Good Enough: Unmasking the Key to Anti-inflammatory Success
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Introduction:
Greeting and warm welcome to the Inflamed in the Brain podcast.
Host introduction: Krissy.
Setting the stage for a unique episode discussing the "good enough" principle.
A personal touch: The inspiration for the episode from a therapy session and the relevance to daily struggles.
Segment 1: Unveiling the Good Enough Principle
Defining the good enough principle and its departure from perfectionism.
Sharing personal experiences and struggles, particularly in the context of societal expectations and social media.
The origin of the good enough principle, dating back to the 1950s, emphasizing its application to parenting.
Stressing the importance of managing expectations and setting achievable goals to avoid burnout.
Segment 2: Applying Good Enough to Health and Wellness
Narrating a personal health journey related to fasting and the pitfalls of perfectionism.
Encouraging flexibility and alternative approaches to health goals.
Addressing the connection between the good enough principle and anti-inflammatory health.
Segment 3: Fighting Inflammation with Good Enough
Exploring how mental stress triggers inflammation.
Linking overeating to perfectionism in food choices.
Establishing the role of the good enough principle in reducing stress and fostering sustainable health habits.
Segment 4: Practical Tips for Adopting the Good Enough Mindset
Discussing the impact of social media on mental health and the comparison trap.
Identifying and avoiding toxic hustle mentality in pursuit of perfection.
Encouraging autonomy and setting personalized standards for what's deemed "good enough."
Segment 5: Setting Realistic Goals and Accepting Help
Advocating for setting achievable goals based on individual circumstances.
Proposing examples of realistic goals for better health.
Emphasizing the importance of accepting help and the positive impact on stress and inflammation.
Conclusion:
Summarizing key takeaways from the episode.
Encouraging listeners to reflect on areas where they can let go and still achieve positive outcomes.
Reinforcing the concept of "good enough" as finding a balance between discipline and flexibility.
Reminding the audience to celebrate small victories as building blocks for significant results.
Closing thoughts on the ongoing journey toward improvement and progress.
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