For years you've probably accepted your cravings as a normal part of your life and something you may never be able to escape--and you're not the only one. But what If I told you that this isn't entirely true? And that a lot of what you've been led to believe about cravings, hunger, and overeating are just misconceptions that are actually holding you back from making any real progress in the way of your health, fat-loss, and cravings control goals? In this episode, Laura demystifies 5 common misconceptions and lays out the welcomed truths that are foundational to your journey.
Laura is a certified Mindset, Nutrition and Fitness Coach who effectively made the transition from yo-yo and fad-dieter to Cravings Expert and Fat Loss coach helping clients get strong, slim and confident without excluding any of their favorite foods.
Timestamps
(00:00:51) - Intro - laying the groundwork
(00:02:32) - Misconception n.1: Cravings make you a bad person
(00:03:28) - Cravings are extremely common and normal
(00:04:41) - Misconception n.2: Eliminating the foods you love to conquer cravings
(00:05:30) - Lean into cravings, don't deny them
(00:06:28) - Misconception n.3: You need more self-control and willpower
(00:06:55) - The inverse relationship between self-control, willpower, and stress
(00:07:54) - Cravings happen for 3 different reasons
(00:08:31) - Misconception n.4: You need to under-eat & over-exercise to make up for overindulging
(00:10:05) - How lifestyle & diet history impact cravings
(00:11:03) - Misconception n.5: The more shame, guilt, and food fear the more control we have over food habits
(00:13:01) - Navigating this journey together
(00:13:56) - Laying out the 5 truths
(00:16:00) - Wrap-up, connect on Instagram
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