Are You Ready to Finally Let Go of Holiday Guilt and Empower Your Relationship with Food?
As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel anxious about navigating the abundance of tempting foods and social pressures surrounding meals. But it doesn’t have to be this way, as registered dietitian Maura Rodgers explained on the LOA Today podcast. Speaking with hosts Walt and JodieLynn, Maura shared an alternative perspective – one focused on empowerment, mindfulness and long-term health rather than restriction and guilt.
JodieLynn admitted feeling guilty throughout the holidays as she tries to avoid overindulging. But Maura disagreed, noting her own thoughts are actually dominated by mindful eating in the face of temptation. Rather than dieting, Maura advocates cultivating balance by giving yourself unconditional permission to enjoy all foods while focusing on satiating portion sizes.
When Walt asked how to deal with buffets loaded with choices, Maura recommended strategies for making empowered decisions. “Arriving not ravenous prevents impulse choices from intense cravings,” she explained. Scanning options first allows selecting a few interesting items without piling uncertainty. Including protein, healthy fat and fiber at meals promotes feeling nourished.
The hosts discussed handling unwanted commentary on choices. Maura advised preparing a gentle yet firm response, such as stating choices align with wellness goals, then shifting conversation. “Maintaining confidence supports sustainable progress,” she assured.
For those seeking weight management, Maura emphasized holistic lifestyle factors beyond calorie counting. She evaluates sleep, managing stress, movement, gut health and more to support gradual, long-lasting changes through small tweaks rather than strict rules. Nourishing the whole self cultivates an intuitive relationship with food for ongoing health.
Overall, the discussion provided perspective for reframing mindsets around the holidays and beyond. Rather than restriction or guilt, focusing on empowered choices aligned with vitality through personalized, sustainable shifts supports individual goals and well-being through nourishment. Are you ready to finally let go of guilt and take control of your relationship with food?
Her website: https://www.wellnesswithmaura.com/
Instagram: @maura.wellness
Email: m@wellnesswithmaura.com
Episode page: https://www.loatoday.net/loa2039
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