When I first met Chelsea, it became apparent that she was eating for all sorts of reasons: boredom, busyness, wanting to avoid a task, having a lousy day, because someone offered her food, because someone else wanted a chai latte and she didn't want them to partake alone, or because she was tired or because she was upset.Do any of those sound familiar? If you are thinking, "Yep, that's me." I want you to listen carefully to this real life session with Chelsea. Tune in to hear how Chelsea has been on a journey from emotional eating to making empowered food choices. You will hear how she navigates cravings, identifies her needs, and makes conscious decisions without depriving herself. We also discuss practical tips for managing treats, the importance of breaking the cycle of 'shadow comforts', and how to stay mindful during special events.If you're wondering whether people are actually able to change or if people just have these sort of emotional eating issues for the rest of their lives, the answer is yes. But don't take my word for it, you can hear it from Chelsea herself.Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction to Chelsea's Journey01:15 Welcome to the Confident Eaters Podcast01:44 Chelsea's Recent Experiences and Progress03:07 Addressing Emotional Eating and Practical Solutions08:11 Wins and Challenges in Managing Treats11:16 Reflecting on Fullness and Eating Habits21:40 Planning for Disney and Future Strategies25:30 Conclusion and Next StepsConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookInstagramHave you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you are want help to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 personalized attention, sign up at ConfidentEaters.com.
Small steps come before big ones, but nobody wants to start with small steps, do we? In today's real life session with Phyllis, we'll discuss how breaking down habits into smaller, manageable parts can lead to success and why celebrating even the smallest wins is crucial. Phyllis has been working diligently on her habit of overeating at dinner. We've talked about what it feels like to get satisfied, and we've tried tracking each time she stopped eating her dinner before she had over eaten, but it wasn't getting checked off all that often. (That happens sometimes!)During the call, she reflects on her progress, her upcoming trip to Norway, and navigating her emotional and psychological state without relying on strict diet rules. Get ready for real-life examples of navigating overeating, grazing, and emotional eating while moving towards healthier eating habits.Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction: Small Steps to Big Changes00:40 Adjusting Habits: One Plate Personal Policy01:15 Celebrating Progress: Acknowledging Wins02:24 Understanding Emotional Eating04:37 Navigating Emotional States05:14 Recovery Process: From Binge to Emotional Eating16:00 Practical Tips: Eating Habits and Tools18:56 Focusing on Emotions in Real Time22:40 Healthy Eating While Traveling24:28 Conclusion: Reflecting on ProgressConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookInstagramHave you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you are want help to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 personalized attention, sign up at ConfidentEaters.com.
"If only I had more willpower, then I could stop overeating sweets...exercise more...and finally lose weight!" These are common beliefs amongst those who have struggled with their health goals for a long time. So you may have wondered why we don't talk much about "willpower" on this podcast. Today we are going to address why we don't promote it as a primary weight management strategy. The truth is, willpower is limited and finite in nature, and one's belief in their willpower capability can greatly impact their behavior. Instead, we would like to introduce you to concepts we prefer and find more helpful and empowering. We also discuss the importance of engineering your environment and leveraging social support to make healthier choices easier. If you want to manage your whole state, strengthen your self control, and create a supportive environment for long-term healthy eating habits, then we hope you join us for this episode! 👉 Related episode: "What Happened To My Self-Control?" (From the Breaking Up with Binge Eating Podcast) Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction to Confident Eaters Podcast00:48 The Role of Willpower in Weight Management01:14 Limitations of Willpower03:58 Alternative Strategies to Willpower07:08 Environmental and Social Influences10:02 Practical Tips for Enhancing Self-Control15:20 Summary and Key Takeaways16:14 Closing RemarksConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookGeorgie's Instagram Christina's Instagram Have you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you want help learning to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 shame-free personalized attention, sign up here.
You may have seen the recent three-part Netflix documentary Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser. The series revisits the hit show The Biggest Loser, which framed weight loss as a competitive transformation journey—often emphasizing dramatic physical change over sustainable health. The documentary dives into the tension between creating captivating television and protecting the wellbeing of participants.In today’s episode, we share our reflections on the series, our critiques of weight loss competitions, and why we believe shows like this perpetuate fat stigma. We’ll also talk about constructive, compassionate alternatives for achieving lifelong health habits (hint: it’s about much more than pounds lost). If you’re a regular listener, you won’t be surprised when we circle back to the importance of supportive, sustainable health journeys.We’ve heard many people say, “I need someone to be the food police or screaming in my face for me to lose weight.” If you’ve ever felt that way, we invite you to listen in—we’re challenging that belief and offering a more empowering path forward.Did you watch The Biggest Loser or the Netflix documentary Fit for TV? We’d love to hear what you think. Was it fair? Was it ethical? Should there be safeguards for participants in shows like this? Share your thoughts with us at georgiefear@gmail.com or through the chat box at confidenteaters.com.👉 Related episode: "Why Weight Regain Happens (It's Not Just Willpower)"Episode Timeline: 00:00 — Introduction to the Confident Eaters Podcast 00:25 — Overview of The Biggest Loser 02:12 — Controversial Practices and Methods 05:11 — Health and Safety Concerns 10:52 — Impact on Contestants’ Long-Term Health 12:37 — Psychological and Social Implications 18:20 — Reflections and Alternatives 22:57 — Conclusion and Listener EngagementConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookGeorgie's Instagram Christina's Instagram Have you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you want help learning to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 shame-free personalized attention, sign up here.
We are back this week with another call with Georgie and her client Chelsea. In the last two weeks, Chelsea has made noticeable progress with managing her treats intake (something with which she has struggled in the past). One big reason for this change in her eating habits is constant busyness. Together, we explore the impact a packed schedule can have on eating habits and discuss finding the balance between enjoying social treats and feeling deprived. We also touch on navigating partner support, easing back into exercise after illness, and planning for healthier eating during travel.If you could use some support in shifting from busyness-driven eating habits to a more balanced and satisfying approach, that is our specialty and we'd love to talk! Reach out to us by clicking one of the links below. Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Listener Feedback00:22 Client Session with Chelsea: Tracking Progress00:53 Challenges of Being Too Busy01:29 Navigating Treats and Social Situations01:39 Partner Support and Easing Back into Exercise01:51 Planning for an Upcoming Trip02:43 Discussion on Stress and Eating Habits05:16 Balancing Treats and Weight Loss19:03 Strategies for Eating Out and Meal Prep22:41 Conclusion and Next StepsConnect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: WebsiteFacebookGeorgie's Instagram Christina's Instagram Have you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you want help learning to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 shame-free personalized attention, sign up here.