The Intuitive Eating Mama Podcast

I have shared a lot of quotes from Friends over the years but I've never used this quote before. I knew it was the one I needed and was most fitting for today. Thank you for listening and being part of my community-whether for one episode or all 204.  Be well. Take care of each other. And of course, laugh a lot. - Jennifer

Does the thought of giving yourself unconditional permission to eat scare or confuses you? If the answer is, “yes”, you aren’t alone. It was scary and confusing for me, too, once upon a time.  In today’s episode, I discuss why it is so important for intuitive eaters to give themselves unconditional permission to eat. I share about the freedom that can come from this practice. I also give you practical steps you can take to start giving yourself unconditional permission to eat today.   This Episode Includes My Thoughts On: Why it’s important for you to give yourself unconditional permission to eat The role of reflective practice in intuitive eating  How removing restriction frees you to honor your body  Why honoring your hunger and fullness frees you from physical pain How I can help you on your intuitive eating journey Break Free from Food Guilt with My Self-Paced Intuitive Eating Course: One Bite at a Time WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

You’re full and there is still food on your plate. What thoughts go through your head? Does the feeling of wasting that food makes your skin crawl? In today’s episode, I discuss how to honor your hunger cues while minimizing wastefulness. I give you practical tips for how to practice this in your home. I implemented these practices in my life and my home with great success and I believe you can, too. Today's Episode Includes My Thoughts On: My experience with the clear your plate club Practical tips for how to practice intuitive eating while minimizing wastefulness The goal of intuitive eating How I can help you dive deeper into Intuitive Eating Break Free from Food Guilt with My Self-Paced Intuitive Eating Course: One Bite at a Time WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Have you ever experienced food guilt? If the answer is “yes”, do you think it’s helping you? I don’t believe it does. In today’s episode, I talk about where food guilt comes from and why it doesn’t serve you. I also give you practical tips for how to break free of food guilt once and for all.  Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: My experience with food guilt  Shame as a motivator Food rules leading to food guilt How to get rid of food guilt How I can help you achieve food freedom  Break Free from Food Guilt with My Self-Paced Intuitive Eating Course: One Bite at a Time WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

How long have you been listening with me? Whether this is your first episode or you’ve been with me since the beginning I want to thank you for being a part of this community. Today is my 200th episode of The Intuitive Eating Mama podcast and marks the beginning of season 5. In today’s episode, I take a quick trip down memory lane and share what I’m doing to celebrate this milestone (Spoiler Alert: it’s an epic giveaway!). I am so grateful for everything that has led to this point and so excited for what is to come as we continue to pursue food freedom together. Today’s Episode Includes: A trip down memory lane An special giveaway just for you, my podcast listeners  TWO WAYS TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY: Leave a review on Apple Podcast. Take a screenshot of the review BEFORE you submit it and send that screenshot in a DM to me on Instagram @jennifer_intuitiveeatinglife. Take a screenshot of the episode you are listening to, post it on your Instagram, and tag me in the post @jennifer_intuitiveeatinglife. Apply to join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at  podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

We talk a lot about how dieting impacts our physical health, but what about our mental and emotional health? Have you stopped to consider that constantly focusing on your weight may be increasing your levels of anxiety and depression? In today’s episode, I discuss the negative impact that dieting and a constant focus on weight has on our mental and emotional health. I share how I can help you build a happier and healthier future by diving deeper into your intuitive eating journey.  Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: How the pursuit of weight loss negatively impacts mental and emotional health Where disordered eating comes from The increased health and freedom that can come from intuitive eating How I can help you on this journey Apply to join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Stress is normal, but is stressing about what you eat normal? Many of us experience stress around food on a daily basis, but what if I told you it didn’t have to be that way. In today’s episode, I discuss why we experience so much stress around food, where that food stress comes from, and how you can decrease your food stress while increasing your overall health.  Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: Food stress Impacts of stress My personal journey with food stress Practical steps you can take to decrease your food stress Apply to join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  WANT MORE GOODNESS? Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

What did the conversations about food sound like in your household growing up? Did you watch your parents try diet after diet, constantly chasing after a goal weight that never came? What about now? Are your parents still dieting? In today’s episode, I discuss how to approach interactions with parents who are still entrenched in diet culture. These conversations are not easy to navigate, but I have seen so many people find deeper levels of food freedom when they set boundaries with their parents when it comes to conversations about food.  Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: Generational Dieting Healthy Boundary Setting How I Can Help You WANT MORE GOODNESS? Register for my Masterclass: From Grilling to Family Gatherings Join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

No longer stress about what you’re eating during the holidays. Get everything you need to make that possible at this month’s masterclass. Register HERE It’s August, and most stores are already stocked with Halloween decorations and candy. It seems early, but in many ways, the holidays have arrived. When you think about the foods you eat during the holidays, what emotions come up? Are you stressed about the upcoming “temptations”? Do you wish you were simply excited for the season and at peace with your food choices? I can help. In today’s episode, I give you a practical exercise you can do today to prepare for your heart and mind for the holiday season. I also give you an opportunity to dive deeper into this work with me for a HUGE bargain.  Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: Holiday decor in August  Why the holidays are stressful A practical exercise you can complete today How you can prepare for the holidays with me WANT MORE GOODNESS? Register for my Masterclass: From Grilling to Family Gatherings Join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Did you watch the Miss America pageant growing up? If you did, did you see anyone on the stage who looked like you? For many women, the answer to that question is “No”.  On today’s episode, I have a conversation with Maria Cade. Maria is a beautiful, intelligent and curvy woman who is currently serving as Miss Butler County 2023. She shares with us about her experience in the Miss America organization and the work she is doing through her Miss America Community Service Initiative “Be V.I.S.I.B.L.E”, which focuses on representation and inclusion for all. I was so encouraged by my conversation with Maria, and I know you will be, too.  (Scroll down in the show notes to learn more about Maria and where you can connect with her on social media.)  Today’s Episode Includes: My interview with Maria Cade Discussion of how the Miss America Organization has changed to become more inclusive of all body types Maria’s advice for those struggling with self-confidence  Maria’s community service initiative “Be V.I.S.I.B.L.E” How you can join me later this month for increasing peace this holiday season About Maria Cade Maria Cade is a native of New Castle, Pennsylvania and currently serves as Miss Butler County 2023. She works as a TV News Journalist for Central Pennsylvania's CBS Affiliate Station, WTAJ-TV News, Maria joined WTAJ in February 2022 as a multimedia journalist in the State College bureau. Maria is a 2021 graduate of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she studied Media and Journalism as well as vocal performance. After graduating from UNC, Maria moved to New York City to work with ABC News as an intern for the third hour of Good Morning America. She brought community news to the national level, sharing stories highlighting people making a difference every day.  Through her Miss America Community Service Initiative, Be V.I.S.I.B.L.E., she advocates for representation and inclusion for all. By advocating for the amplification of underrepresented voices, Maria hopes to inspire the next generation to be empowered to succeed in any way they choose, no matter who they are or where they come from. Maria is teaching the leaders of tomorrow to embrace their unique qualities through this initiative. Connect with Maria Instagram: @MariaCadeTV & @MissButlerCounty2023 TikTok:@MariaCadeTV Facebook: @MariaCadeTV WANT MORE GOODNESS? Register for my Masterclass: From Grilling to Family Gatherings Join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Does the idea of not dieting anymore scare you? Why is that? What are you most afraid will happen if you stop dieting? In today’s episode, I discuss the top three fears that keep people from ditching diets. I discuss the truth behind these fears and give you hope for what intuitive eating can do in your life.  I want to be your partner on this intuitive eating journey! I care deeply about this work and want to be a resource for you in any way I can. For that reason, I am giving you an amazing offer to dive deeper into this work with me. Listen to the episode for more details and scroll down in the show notes for links to get started. Today’s Episode Includes My Thoughts On: The top three fears that keep people from ditching diets The truth behind the lies diet culture tells you How I can help you on this journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Register for my Masterclass: From Grilling to Family Gatherings Join my Intuitive Health Reboot Group Coaching  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

The term “intuitive eating” is thrown around a lot in today’s culture. So, you may find yourself confused about what intuitive eating actually is and what it isn’t. In today’s episode, I give you a broad answer to the question of “what is intuitive eating?”. I also identify and debunk three myths about intuitive eating that I hear in today’s culture.  For the month of July I have shared past episodes that I have found myself recommending to my clients recently…and this is the last episode in that series! Some of these old episodes contain wisdom that is worth repeating, and this episode is one for them. Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: How diet culture has tried to manipulate the term “intuitive eating” Three myths of intuitive eating and why they aren’t true Past episodes that can help you do a deeper dive into intuitive eating Episode Archive Episode 49 “It's Okay to Hate Kale” Episode 53 “The One Club You Can Leave Now” Episode 65 “How I Know You Are Not Addicted to Sugar” Episode 76 “Why Losing It All Was Worth It” WANT MORE GOODNESS? LAST CALL: Become a VIP  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

“Exercise is something that I dread doing, but I feel guilty if I don’t do it.” Does this sound familiar? Most likely it does, but I wish it didn’t. I believe that your body was meant to move and that you were meant to enjoy moving it without feeling guilty or focusing on your weight. In today’s episode I talk about what it can look like to intuitively exercise. I give you three practical steps you can take to heal your relationship with exercise starting today. For the month of July I will be sharing past episodes that I have found myself recommending to my clients recently. Some of these old episodes contain wisdom that is worth repeating, and this episode is one for them. Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: “Exercise” vs “Movement” Why it’s important to explore different types of movement Rest Three steps you can take to heal your relationship with exercise How I can help you on this journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Become a VIP  Book a Free Call with me HERE Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

How do you feel when walk into a clothing store? If you feel confused, overwhelmed, and discouraged trying to find the right size, you aren’t alone. In today’s episode I give you a history of how clothing sizes were developed (spoiler alert: the system is very flawed). I also give you some tips for how to have a more successful and less stressful clothes shopping experience.  For the month of July I will be sharing past episodes that I have found myself recommending to my clients recently. Some of these old episodes contain wisdom that is worth repeating, and this episode is one for them. Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: The history of sizing How clothing sizes are flawed  Tips for a better shopping experience  Alternative shopping options for those on a budget or those wishing to stay out of a physical store WANT MORE GOODNESS? Become a VIP  Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

We have all been there…a friend or coworker mentions her new diet and all of a sudden we’re deep into a conversation about the diets we have tried, are trying, and want to try. Maybe you used to be the one that initiated those conversations, but now that you have found intuitive eating, you no longer know how to engage when the topic of dieting comes up. For the month of July I will be sharing past episodes that I have found myself recommending to my clients recently. Some of these old episodes contain wisdom that is worth repeating, and this episode is one for them. In today’s rewind episode I share three roles you can take in diet conversations now that you are on an intuitive eating journey. Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: ⁃ Why this topic is important to discuss  ⁃ Three roles you can take in dieting conversations ⁃ How I can help you on your intuitive eating journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Become a VIP  Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@theintuitiveeatingmama.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Summer has arrived and with it the need to wear less clothes. Sometimes, though, wearing less clothes can be hard when you are still on a journey of finding peace with your body.  In today’s episode, I give you ten practical tips on how you can start wearing less clothes this summer. I am confident that there is at least one step in here that will work for you right where you are. Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: 10 ways to wear less clothing this summer Where to start if the idea of wearing less clothing scares you One of my all time favorite clothing brands that designs for all body types How I can help you on your intuitive eating journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Take my Intuitive Eating Course: One Bite at a Time Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@healthcoach4life.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work  SHOP KNIX PRODUCTS I LOVE If you’re listening after June 2023 use Promo code: JENNIFER_HEALTHCOACH4LIFE_KNIXLOVE Luxe Pullover Bra High Rise LeakProof  Cotton High Rise Leakproof

Going out to eat is supposed to be fun, but when you’re dieting it can be really stressful. In today’s episode, I share what it’s like to eat out as an intuitive eater. I discuss some of the common challenges intuitive eaters face in the restaurant setting, and I offer resources to help you along your intuitive eating journey.  Today’s episode includes my thoughts on: How stress robs us of satisfaction How intuitive eating shifts thoughts and food choices Leftovers  How to dive deeper into your intuitive eating journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Take my Intuitive Eating Course: One Bite at a Time Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me at podcast@healthcoach4life.com to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Have you ever tried Googling “intuitive eating”? While there is some good information out there, a simple Google search leaves a lot to be desired. In today’s episode, I discuss four things about intuitive eating you CAN’T find on Google. I also share where to find the support you will need on your intuitive eating journey.  This episode includes my thoughts on: How diet culture disguises itself as intuitive eating One thing you can find on Google about intuitive eating Four things you can’t find on Google about intuitive eating How I can help you overcome the barriers you are facing in your intuitive eating journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? https://www.healthcoach4life.com/podcastBecome a VIP  Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Most people have an opinion about snacking at night. What’s yours? What messages have you heard and believed about snacking at night? In today’s episode, I give you three reasons why we snack at night. I believe that, when we understand these three reasons, we can get rid of the guilt surrounding snacking at night and use the need as information that propels us deeper into our intuitive eating journey. This episode includes my thoughts on: Society’s opinion about snacking at night Three reasons why we snack at night How I can help you on your intuitive eating journey (specifically when it comes to snacking at night) WANT MORE GOODNESS? Check out my FREE guide: How to Eat at Night Without Guilt  Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work 

Let me guess…You have decided to stop focusing on weight loss, but still can’t stop thinking about your weight? In this episode I share why that is and shed light on how focusing on your weight may be damaging your overall health. I also give you a practical first step to take to start letting go of the focus you place on your weight.  This episode includes my thoughts on: How our weight-centric world impacts your thinking How focusing on your weight is negatively impacting your overall health How our bodies are designed to change Why intuitive eating and a focus on weight cannot coexist How to start letting go of your focus on weight How I can help you on this journey WANT MORE GOODNESS? Check out my FREE guide: How to Eat at Night Without Guilt  Hang with me on Instagram  Join my Private Community on Facebook  Submit a Question you would like me to answer on the Podcast  Check out my website for full show notes and a transcript of this episode Email me to ask your questions about intuitive eating and my approach to body image work