Get INTUIT with Gila- a podcast about Intuitive Eating and Personal Growth.

Gila Glassberg

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gila-glassberg/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/gila-glassberg/subscribe My original intention of this podcast was to come on and teach you all about Intuitive Eating. As the months have past and I have published many episodes, I realized I am here to fulfill more then my mission of

  1. 6D AGO

    The Hidden Messages We Teach Girls About Their Bodies with Suzy Charnas

    In this episode of Get Into It with Gila, I sat down with therapist Suzy Charnas for a really deep and nuanced conversation about body image, motherhood, beauty, self-worth, and the messages girls absorb growing up. Susie shared her own personal experience struggling with body dysmorphia after growing up in a very small body and how that eventually led her to specialize in disordered eating and women’s mental health in her Brooklyn private practice. We spoke about how mothers influence the way their daughters see themselves, often without even realizing it, and how the way we speak about our own bodies becomes our children’s inner voice. One line Suzy said that really stayed with me was: “The way you speak to yourself is how your child will eventually speak to themselves.”We also got into the difference between body neutrality and body positivity, social media’s impact on teen girls, food and identity, autonomy around eating, and even the relationship between beauty, Judaism, and self-care. I especially appreciated Suzy’s perspective that beauty itself is not inherently shallow or bad, but that the real question is whether appearance is taking over your sense of self-worth. This conversation felt honest, validating, and incredibly important for parents, teens, clinicians, and honestly anyone trying to heal their relationship with food, body image, and themselves. Suzy works with teens, young women, and families in Brooklyn and also brings mental health education into schools and community settings. Reach out to Suzy at Suzy@charnastherapy.com. If you'd like to reach out to me, email me at gila@gilaglassberg.com. Comments, questions and feedback are always welcome! Thanks for being here and have a wonderful day!

    46 min
  2. APR 16

    Finding Your Strength: From Classroom to Confidence with Sara Honikman

    In this episode of Get Into It with Gila, Gila Glassberg sits down with Sara Honikman, special education teacher, fitness instructor, mom of four, and emerging motivational voice, to explore her dynamic journey from preschool teaching to the fitness world. Sara shares how stepping into group fitness transformed her confidence, identity, and career path. What began as a personal outlet quickly evolved into a passion for teaching movement, building community, and empowering women. Together, Gila and Sara dive into: Career Evolution: Transitioning from preschool education to leading fitness classes and balancing multiple roles, including teaching and working at BrandeisConfidence & Growth: How fitness helped Sara develop self-trust, resilience, and a stronger voiceMorning Routines & Balance: The reality of 5 AM workouts, sleep shifts, and fitting in personal timeExercise & Body Awareness: The importance of proper form, modifications, and pelvic floor health, especially for women postpartumGroup Fitness Challenges: Navigating large classes while ensuring safety, engagement, and inclusivityWomen & Movement in Orthodox Communities: Why access to sports and joyful movement matters and Sara’s vision for changeHidden Talents & Future Goals: From teaching workshops to exploring motivational speaking and writing a bookLiving with ADD: Managing time, energy, and creativity while embracing a high-functioning, multi-passionate lifeCreativity & Expression: Writing projects, DIY home improvement, and the power of trying new thingsThis conversation is an honest and inspiring look at what it means to evolve, take risks, and step into your strengths, even before you feel fully ready. Sara Honikman: Sara Honikman is a fitness instructor and special education teacher who is passionate about helping people grow—both physically and mentally. With a background in education and a love for movement, she brings energy, empathy, and intention into everything she does. Sara believes that true strength is built not just in the body, but in the way we think, speak, and show up in our everyday lives. You can reach out to Sara at Sara.honikman@yahoo.com or on Instagram @sarahonikman. ______________________________________ If you are ready to make peace with food, stop restricting and bingeing and work through your body trauma, book a free 20-minute consultation with me here: Scheduling. Purchase my new ecookbook here: Cook With Gila - Downloadable Cookbook

    1h 3m
  3. MAR 15

    Why Your “Bad” Habits Are Actually Protecting You

    In this episode, I sit down with Caryn Gutman, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist who works with clients in Cedarhurst and the Five Towns, both virtually and in person. We explore the fascinating overlap between therapy and nutrition work, and how compassionate, non-judgmental approaches can help people heal their relationships with food, body image, and themselves. Caryn shares her journey into the therapy world, explaining how she discovered her passion for helping others at just seventeen years old. After considering careers in law and fashion design, she ultimately pursued therapy and trained in Internal Family Systems through IFS Israel. She also brings experience from working in domestic violence and foster care before specializing in IFS. We talk about the core principles of Internal Family Systems Therapy, a model developed by Richard Schwartz, which views the mind as made up of different “parts.” Caryn explains how protective parts — like perfectionism, calorie counting, or rigid food rules — often develop to shield deeper emotional pain. Rather than fighting these parts, IFS invites curiosity, compassion, and understanding. Our conversation also touches on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and how modern trauma therapies allow people to heal without needing to repeatedly verbalize or relive painful experiences. Caryn explains how healing can happen internally, with the therapist providing a witnessing presence that supports the process. As a dietitian, I also reflect on the parallels between therapy and nutrition counseling. We discuss the importance of meeting clients where they are, avoiding black-and-white thinking around food and health, and recognizing when collaboration between therapists and dietitians can better support clients. This episode highlights how powerful it can be when professionals approach healing with curiosity, humility, and compassion rather than judgment. What Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is and how it works The role of “protector parts” in behaviors like dieting or perfectionism Why trauma healing doesn’t always require retelling painful stories The overlap between therapy and intuitive eating work The importance of staying within professional scope and collaborating across fields How compassion and curiosity can transform the healing process Caryn Gutman is an IFS therapist serving clients in Cedarhurst and the Five Towns area, offering both in-person and virtual therapy. She integrates Internal Family Systems and other trauma-informed approaches to help clients understand their internal world and move toward healing. Caryn Guttman-Weber  is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who worked in the mental health field for 13 years and in private practice for over 8 of them. She  has years of experience working with individuals, couples  and families across a variety of settings. Caryn utilizes a mixture of approaches in her practice including: IFS, Family Systems Therapy, and Attachment based therapy. She created a premarital counseling education program.  She also has experience facilitating  groups including parenting and adolescent groups. Caryn is very invested in helping pre-teens, adolescents and  adults with many issues they deal with such as: sudden changes in behavior, self-esteem , trauma, relational challenges and learning and appreciating all the parts of one’s self.  Caryn regularly attends trainings to continue her education while practicing , she  has trained at the IFS Israel institute and the Ackerman Institute for the Family. She is committed to helping individuals, families, and couples in the community face the many challenges that can arise.  If you’re ready to stop dieting and finally feel peaceful around food, I’d love to support you. You can learn about working with me one-on-one or download my free resources at gilaglassberg.com. Everything is there to help you take the next step in healing your relationship with food.

    55 min
5
out of 5
32 Ratings

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gila-glassberg/subscribe Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/gila-glassberg/subscribe My original intention of this podcast was to come on and teach you all about Intuitive Eating. As the months have past and I have published many episodes, I realized I am here to fulfill more then my mission of

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