Ditch The Fear; Finding Joy with Holiday Treats

Join me in a conversation about why the holidays are the perfect time to practice intuitive eating. It's a great time to change the narrative around sugar and treats, and how restrictive mindsets can lead to overeating. 

Listen to get practical tips for how to practice mindful eating without turning it into food rules. Learn how to embrace a balanced approach to nutrition that includes both pleasure-dense and nutrient-dense foods.

Takeaways from this solo episode:

• It's not the sweets that are scary, but the story you tell yourself about them.
• Fear around sugar often stems from societal messages and personal history.
• Overeating usually follows periods of restriction.
• Your body can handle sugar, even with health concerns.
• Eating adequately throughout the day helps make mindful food choices at events.
• Don't bargain with yourself about sweets; it leads to more cravings.
• Allowing yourself to enjoy treats can reduce impulsivity.
• Practice gentle nutrition by including pleasure-dense foods.
• It's important to find peace with holiday foods and enjoy them.

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