With the popularity of mindful eating on the rise, there are many myths about mindful eating, including what mindful eating is and how it helps.
A few weeks ago, I asked you about your experiences with emotional eating and we received over 150 replies! Here are 4 of the most common challenges that were shared.
Sometimes we do things without thinking about why we do things. This funny story about "why cut the ends off the ham?" illustrates this point.
"Am I addicted to food?" This is a common fear among people stuck in the eat-repent-repeat cycle. Food addiction is controversial and counter-productive.
Instead of another "news" story about how to cut 300 calories from your Thanksgiving dinner" focus on what to ADD to your meal.
The challenge is that the people I can help the most often don't believe it is possible for them. Here are just a few of the reasons they have doubts that hold them back from freedom from food struggles.
While there may be things you wish to change, it’s important to accept yourself as you are and love yourself unconditionally first—no strings attached.
Is your habit to compare, judge, and criticize yourself? The first step to self-acceptance is to notice your self-talk that harms you and keeps you stuck.
When I write about self-acceptance, some people are afraid they won't change. While it may be counterintuitive, self-acceptance is the starting line for change.
If you've been struggling with your eating but not getting the results you want, ask yourself what you were thinking first. That is the first step to change your mindset.