42 min
142. But What If Food Gets Me Through the Day? Life After Diets
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- Mental Health
In this podcast episode, the hosts explore the complex relationship between food and emotional needs. The conversation begins with a reflection on Stef's Instagram post suggesting that food serves as a portal to solitude, comfort, pleasure, and escape, making the idea of changing one’s relationship with food seem like a sacrifice of essential coping mechanisms. The discussion delves into personal anecdotes and reflections on how food has occupied significant mental and emotional real estate, offering a sense of engagement or distraction during times of discomfort or emptiness.
The conversation shifts to the concept of "spoon theory" as a metaphor for energy and capacity management, illustrating how individuals have limited resources to cope with daily demands. This leads to a broader discussion on the importance of recognizing one’s own limits and allowing oneself the grace to rest without self-judgment. The episode emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and giving oneself permission to meet needs in more diverse and healthy ways, including acknowledging the importance of physical touch and emotional support.
Throughout, the hosts engage with their live community, incorporating questions and comments that enrich the conversation.
Join the LAD Membership
Life After Diets on Instagram
The LAD Website
Email us @ lifeafterdietspodcast@gmail.com
Stefanie's Website
Stefanie on Instagram
Stef's Body Image Webinar + Workbook
Sarah's website
Sarah's YouTube Channel
Sarah’s book, I Can’t Stop Eating, is available on Amazon
In this podcast episode, the hosts explore the complex relationship between food and emotional needs. The conversation begins with a reflection on Stef's Instagram post suggesting that food serves as a portal to solitude, comfort, pleasure, and escape, making the idea of changing one’s relationship with food seem like a sacrifice of essential coping mechanisms. The discussion delves into personal anecdotes and reflections on how food has occupied significant mental and emotional real estate, offering a sense of engagement or distraction during times of discomfort or emptiness.
The conversation shifts to the concept of "spoon theory" as a metaphor for energy and capacity management, illustrating how individuals have limited resources to cope with daily demands. This leads to a broader discussion on the importance of recognizing one’s own limits and allowing oneself the grace to rest without self-judgment. The episode emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and giving oneself permission to meet needs in more diverse and healthy ways, including acknowledging the importance of physical touch and emotional support.
Throughout, the hosts engage with their live community, incorporating questions and comments that enrich the conversation.
Join the LAD Membership
Life After Diets on Instagram
The LAD Website
Email us @ lifeafterdietspodcast@gmail.com
Stefanie's Website
Stefanie on Instagram
Stef's Body Image Webinar + Workbook
Sarah's website
Sarah's YouTube Channel
Sarah’s book, I Can’t Stop Eating, is available on Amazon
42 min