015. How to Begin Intuitive Eating Before Actually Starting Intuitive Eating

January 31, 2021

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I’m a recovered binge eater who changed the story from something that happened to me to something that happened for me. Now, I’m a licensed therapist teaching you to do the same.

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Episode Transcript

Hey, it’s Ryann, your host from Coffee Talks Therapy Podcast. Today, let’s dive into a topic that might sound familiar: the fear of listening to your body and giving it what it craves due to the fear of gaining weight. If this resonates with you, stay tuned.

Defining Intuitive Eating

Intuitive eating, to me, is about making food decisions based on what your body tells you rather than what your mind thinks. It’s a lifestyle practice aimed at reducing food obsession and fostering a healthy relationship with food and your body.

Starting Intuitive Eating

  1. Understanding Fears:
    • Identify your fears related to food and your body.
    • Common fears include gaining weight, concerns about specific foods, or attachment of self-worth to weight.
  2. Mindful Decision-Making:
    • Observe your food decisions for a week without judgment.
    • Distinguish between choices made by your body’s signals and those dictated by your mind.
    • For example, notice if you’re choosing foods based on calorie content or societal expectations rather than genuine cravings.
  3. Start Small:
    • Begin with a specific meal or snack, allowing yourself to eat what you truly want.
    • Gradually incorporate more intuitive choices into your day.
    • Acknowledge that intuitive eating is a practice, not an instant transformation.

Overcoming the Fear of Gaining Weight

Reflect on the fear of gaining weight:

  • Ask yourself how far your current approach to dieting has brought you.
  • Evaluate if the fear of gaining weight is worth the constant struggle, obsession, and unhappiness.
  • Consider if the fear is worth feeling this way for the rest of your life.

Embracing Intuitive Eating

Intuitive eating is about breaking free from rigid food rules and embracing a more fluid, mindful approach to nourishing your body. It’s not a quick fix but a journey towards a healthier relationship with food.

Embrace intuitive eating as a practice, not a perfection. Challenge yourself to start small, observe your choices, and, most importantly, address and overcome your fears. Trust your body’s wisdom and remember, you can always go back to your old ways if needed.

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