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In Part 2 of this two-episode series, we move from why control-based sugar strategies fail to how to manage sweets with permission, awareness, and flexibility—without rules, guilt, or obsession. You’ll learn simple, compassionate practices to enjoy sweets and feel more in control of your choices.
What you’ll learn
Why unconditional permission reduces urgency (and overeating) over time
“Awareness over avoidance”: how curiosity beats rigid rules
How to align sugar decisions with your values (connection, ease, authenticity)
The “add, don’t restrict” approach to snacks and meals
Why wanting more after sweets is normal—and how to respond wisely
A step-by-step mindful sweets practice you can try this week
Related episodes
Unconditional Permission to Eat mini-series: ~Episodes 51–53
Resources
🎁 Free 5-Day Self-Trust Starter Kit: https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust
🧠 1:1 Coaching (details & consult): https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/
Note
If you have a medical condition (e.g., Type 2 diabetes), you may need additional guidance for sugar intake. This episode focuses on relationship-with-food skills you can adapt to your needs.
If this helped, follow Trust Yourself with Food and share the episode with a friend who wants a calmer, more intentional approach to sweets.
By Gillian Bennett4.9
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In Part 2 of this two-episode series, we move from why control-based sugar strategies fail to how to manage sweets with permission, awareness, and flexibility—without rules, guilt, or obsession. You’ll learn simple, compassionate practices to enjoy sweets and feel more in control of your choices.
What you’ll learn
Why unconditional permission reduces urgency (and overeating) over time
“Awareness over avoidance”: how curiosity beats rigid rules
How to align sugar decisions with your values (connection, ease, authenticity)
The “add, don’t restrict” approach to snacks and meals
Why wanting more after sweets is normal—and how to respond wisely
A step-by-step mindful sweets practice you can try this week
Related episodes
Unconditional Permission to Eat mini-series: ~Episodes 51–53
Resources
🎁 Free 5-Day Self-Trust Starter Kit: https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust
🧠 1:1 Coaching (details & consult): https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/
Note
If you have a medical condition (e.g., Type 2 diabetes), you may need additional guidance for sugar intake. This episode focuses on relationship-with-food skills you can adapt to your needs.
If this helped, follow Trust Yourself with Food and share the episode with a friend who wants a calmer, more intentional approach to sweets.

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