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“What Diet is Best for Me?” and Why I Quit Answering That Question
She looked at me with desperation in her eyes and said, “If I eat like this, I’ll lose weight, right?” I said, “You should” without much confidence at all. This was after her first question of,...
Six Simple Steps to Enjoy Food Right Now
You’re hungry and need to eat. And then, the battle begins. “I could eat a salad,” you think. “But, I’m hungry and really want something more substantial. Maybe, I’ll order the chicken sandwich and...
What Is Gentle Nutrition and How Does It Make Peace With Good and Bad Foods?
Does deciding what to eat stress you out? Are you tired of feeling like you’re “good” or “bad” depending on what you ate? Are you over feeling judged for what you eat? Do you wish there was a better...
How to Start Intuitive Eating – Part 2 (Your expert says, “Intuitive Eating is not all or nothing!”)
When someone asks me how to start Intuitive Eating, one of the first things I tell them is that Intuitive Eating is a methodology, not an all-or-nothing approach. Unlike dieting where you’re either...
What does hunger feel like? Signals you may be missing.
Have you asked yourself, “What does hunger feel like, anyway?” Maybe you’re not sure what hunger feels like. Trust me, you’re not alone. You could be sitting at your desk and you feel hunger pangs...
How to start Intuitive Eating: Your Expert Guide (Part 1)
You’ve started hearing about Intuitive Eating and have done some research on it. You’re feeling ready to ditch dieting and go all-in on Intuitive Eating. Then you ask yourself, “Now what?” Getting...
No More Dieting Doesn’t Mean “Giving Up”
You’re sick and tired of the same yoyo cycle of dieting. There are times when you think "No more dieting!" But, starting a new diet can come with hope and excitement that this time it will be...
How to Not Diet in 2021 Stress Free, Using Intuitive Eating
Are you tired of dieting? Yes, starting a new diet can be exciting. There’s the anticipation of success and all the possibilities. Soon after, though, reality starts to set in. You find the diet is...
Time to give up dieting. Time for something new.
If you’re ready to give up dieting and killer workouts, and want something different, then here’s how to start shifting into a partnership with your body. Do you feel like you fight your body every...
Dark Chocolate Dipped Cherries
Dark Chocolate Dipped Cherries (or other fruit) Chocolate and cherries are two of my favorite flavors. I also like to use strawberries or apple slices. This recipe is so simple and satisfies that...
Fast & Easy Baked Chicken Thighs or Breast
Fast & Easy Baked Chicken Thighs or Breast If you need some chicken quick, this recipe will help you out. You don’t have to pound the chicken as described. However, it will help the chicken cook...
Fast & Easy Chicken Salad
Fast & Easy Chicken Salad This is my “go to” dinner in the summer or warmer months. If I’m short on time or haven’t made it to the grocery store, I can run in, grab a few items, and have dinner...