Gentle support to soften overeating and eat less sugar
Our desire to let down, to receive and to be cared for - rather than caring for others - is often what's underneath end of the day and nighttime overeating. Yesterday we had a Q&A webinar for a group class where the topic of 'I deserve a … [Read more]
Yesterday I met a delightful woman, and we sat in the quiet, sharing our food stories with each other. At some point, our conversation turned to grief. We began talking about the first layer of grief - the grief of letting go of overeating, of the … [Read more]
When we're bombarded by waves of reactivity - such as cravings, impulses, a compulsion to overeat check out, overwork, overdo, or escape, or emotional triggers or upsets - everything in us can tighten up and say, "No." Our natural reaction is to … [Read more]
In last week's newsletter, I wrote about how we can become polarized against ourselves - and how this protective stance can make it difficult for us to feel free to move forward and make positive changes in our lives. These inner polarizations can … [Read more]
As we begin the new year, we have plans and wishes, yearnings and hopes for growth, healing, relief, rest or change. It helps to remember that our brains have an impulse towards healing and growth. As soon as there's sufficient support or safety, … [Read more]
Something that shows up for nearly everyone who longs for healing with food is resistance. This might arise for you, too. While a part of you longs for change, growth, healing or relief from painful eating patterns, another place may resist these … [Read more]