By Alana Kessler
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In this episode, Alana dives deep into the concept of trust and its crucial role in our relationship with our bodies, especially after years of dieting and the cycles of binging and restricting. She shares her personal journey of overcoming crash diets and emotional eating, shedding light on how these habits can disrupt the body's trust. She dives into the physiological and emotional impacts of restrictive eating and the steps necessary to rebuild that trust, including attentive eating and managing emotional triggers without food. Join Alana as she explores the science behind weight gain, the importance of listening to our body's signals, and practical strategies for fostering a more balanced, trusting connection with our bodies.
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Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days (no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
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Takeaways
Trust is essential for a healthy relationship with food.
Dieting can lead to a loss of body trust.
Weight loss is not just about restriction; it's about trust.
Our bodies are wired for survival, not just thriving.
Restriction creates confusion in hunger and fullness cues.
Emotional eating often stems from unaddressed feelings.
You are worth the journey towards a healthier relationship with food.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Trust in Emotional Eating
05:12 The Impact of Dieting on Body Trust
09:58 Rebuilding Trust with Your Body
14:52 Listening to Your Body's Signals
20:05 Emotional Reasons Behind Eating Patterns
24:47 The Journey to Healing and Trust
In this episode, Kassi puts Alana in the hot-seat with a Q&A session delving into Alana’s unique coaching approach, contrasting it with intuitive eating. Together, they delve into the nuances of emotional eating and the importance of connecting with one's intuition. They discuss the differences between intuitive eating and the work Alana does, emphasizing the need for support systems and the long-term commitment required for healing. Misconceptions about emotional eating are addressed, and the conversation highlights client breakthroughs that illustrate the transformative power of understanding one's relationship with food.
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Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy?>>>Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days (no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules.>>>Click here to get the playbook
Discover your emotional eating style and learn how to embrace a relationship with food that feels natural and easy.>>>Click here to take the FREE Quiz
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Takeaways
Intuitive eating is about connecting to your intuition, not just food.
Support systems are crucial for healing emotional eating.
Healing from emotional eating is a long-term commitment.
Consistency, attention, and reflection are key to success.
Information alone does not lead to transformation.
You heal by making different decisions in the moment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
01:11 Intuitive Eating vs. Emotional Eating Work
10:47 The Importance of Support Systems
16:32 The Long Game of Healing
18:37 Misconceptions About Emotional Eating
23:53 Client Breakthroughs and Realizations
In this episode, Alana tackles the myth of labeling foods as good or bad and the detrimental impact this mindset can have on your self-esteem, mindset, and overall relationship with food. She delves into the black-and-white thinking perpetuated by the media and marketing that makes you feel trapped and creates stress, guilt, and shame. Alana explains how to shift from this rigid mindset to a more balanced and freeing approach to eating by viewing food as neutral. She offers practical steps to reframe your thoughts around food and introduces the concept of eating from an inside-out perspective.
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Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days (no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
The concept of good and bad food is a myth.
Black and white thinking creates internal stress and triggers destructive behaviors.
Food should be viewed as neutral, without moral labels.
Labeling food can lead to guilt, shame, and self-sabotage.
The 80-20 mindset allows for balance in eating habits.
Understanding hunger and fullness cues is crucial for healthy eating.
You are worth the effort to change your relationship with food.
Chapters
00:00 The Myth of Good and Bad Food
06:00 The Impact of Labels on Self-Worth
11:59 Reframing Food as Neutral
18:08 The 80-20 Mindset and Finding Freedom
22:05 Introducing the Eat Freely, Live Fully Mentorship
In this episode, Alana dives into the topic of why resolution won't give you control and explores the illusions we create when seeking a sense of completion through food. Drawing on her personal experiences with emotional eating, binging, and purging, Alana reveals how chasing resolution through these destructive behaviors often leaves us feeling more disconnected and out of control. She discusses the importance of naming and understanding your emotions rather than trying to bury them with food. Alana provides practical steps on how to detach our identity from your feelings and embrace a more fluid and forgiving approach to your emotions. Tune in as Alana guides you toward finding true resolution within ourselves and offers insights into developing a healthier relationship with food and your emotions.
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Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days (no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Resolution through food is an illusion that leads to temporary relief.
Emotional eating often stems from a desire for control and completion.
Detaching identity from feelings can help in managing emotions.
Self-compassion and forgiveness are essential in the healing process.
The cycle of emotional eating can be broken with awareness and practice.
Healing is possible without strict rules or deprivation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Eating and Resolution
02:59 The Illusion of Control through Food
06:03 Understanding Emotional Triggers and Eating Behaviors
08:59 Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Eating
12:03 Deconstructing the Belief of Resolution Equals Control
14:58 Naming Emotions and Finding Resolution
17:54 Embracing Fluidity and Self-Compassion in Healing
In this episode, Alana dives deep into two significant triggers that often lead people to emotional eating: people pleasing and perfectionism. Alana shares her own journey, revealing how these habits are intricately connected to our relationship with food. By dissecting the characteristics of people pleasing and perfectionism, she explains how they contribute to emotional eating patterns and neglect of self-care. Alana guides you on how to shift away from these detrimental behaviors and move towards self-awareness, balance, and a more empowered way of living. Join Alana as she offers actionable steps to break free from these cycles and fosters a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food and yourself.
Leave us a voice message for our next Q&A episode!
Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days ( no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Food can become a reward for neglecting self-care.
Perfectionism leads to unrealistic standards and self-judgment.
Shifting to 'good enough' thinking can be transformative.
Food should be seen as a neutral vehicle for nourishment.
You are enough just as you are, without perfection.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Eating and Healing
02:54 Understanding People Pleasing and Perfectionism
15:20 Breaking Free from Perfectionism and People Pleasing
24:56 Embracing Self-Awareness and Neutrality in Food Choices
In this episode, Alana delves into the topic of how shame thrives in isolation and its profound impact on harmful eating behaviors. Drawing from her own personal experiences, Alana shares how isolating oneself while battling addictive eating patterns, whether it's binging or restricting, only exacerbates the feelings of shame and low self-worth. She explores the toxic cycle that silence breeds and emphasizes the importance of connection as the antidote to shame. Alana offers practical strategies for creating meaningful connections with oneself and others to break free from the cycle of isolation and shame.
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Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days ( no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Shame is born in silence and thrives in isolation.
Isolating oneself when struggling with addictive eating patterns reinforces shame and low self-worth.
Connection is the antidote to shame.
Creating connection with oneself through activities like yoga or journaling can help combat shame.
Revisiting values, practicing self-compassion, and celebrating small wins can alleviate shame.
Daily check-ins and self-reflection can help spot shame patterns and foster self-connection.
Chapters
00:00 The Relationship Between Shame and Isolation
02:22 Moving Through Isolation and Shame
09:14 The Power of Connection in Breaking Shame
14:20 Creating Connection with Oneself
19:05 Alleviating Shame through Values and Self-Reflection
20:50 Celebrating Small Wins to Combat Shame
In this episode, Alana welcomesSophie Jaffe – intuitive transformational coach, retreat leader, and the founder of Philosophie Superfoods, to discuss the profound connection between emotional eating and intuition. Sophie shares her journey of recognizing when food is used for emotional numbing and emphasizes making conscious, empowered choices that lead to fewer negative consequences. Together, the pair explore the intricate balance between indulgence and responsibility, moving beyond restrictive behaviors to embrace intuitive eating. Alana and Sophie dive into the importance of self-trust, acceptance, and learning from setbacks as part of personal growth. Get ready to discover how to turn challenges into opportunities and view failures as essential stepping stones in the journey to a more mindful and fulfilling life.
Want to connect with Sophie? Follow her on Instagram @sophie.jaffe; and check out Sophiejaffe.com
Leave us a voice message for our next Q&A episode!
Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days ( no strings attached).
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Intuition and attunement are key in overcoming emotional eating and creating a healthy relationship with food.
Trusting oneself and making decisions based on inner knowing is essential for making choices that align with one's needs and desires.
Balance is not a fixed state to achieve, but a constant process of returning to one's center and making adjustments as needed.
Indulgence can be a part of intuitive eating, but it's important to have boundaries and take responsibility for one's choices.
Learn from failures and setbacks and use them as opportunities for growth.
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Intuition
09:28 Finding Balance and Returning to Center
13:24 Indulgence with Boundaries and Responsibility
31:15 The Power of Self-Trust and Intuition
36:53 Using Your Voice and Embracing Authenticity
39:34 Learning from Failures and Setbacks
48:40 Embracing the Process of Transformation
In this episode, Alana tackles the pervasive issue of negative self-talk and its impact on our journey toward emotional well-being. She delves into the harmful belief that being hard on ourselves is necessary for achieving our goals and dismantles this myth by highlighting the detrimental effects of negative self-talk on both the mind and body. Sharing personal insights, Alana explains how negative self talk can sabotage our progress and proposes kinder, more compassionate alternatives. She provides practical tools for silencing the inner critic, including reframing destructive thoughts and practicing self-compassion. Tune in as Alana guides you through transforming your inner dialogue from harmful to empowering, setting the stage for true self-care and emotional freedom.
Leave us a voice message for our next Q&A episode!
Curious to learn more about working directly with Alana so that you can reconnect with your hunger and fullness cues, learn to eat whatever you want without rules, regulate your emotions and naturally lose weight so you can live with freedom and joy? Click here for details about the new Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Experience with Alana and try it out for $33 for 30 days ( no strings attached). (Regular Price: $197/month)
And for a limited time, get the Sober Eating Method Playbook for $17 (Value: $997). The step-by-step blueprint to rewire your patterns with food, so you can eat whatever you want, without rules. Click here to get the playbook
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Negative self-talk is not necessary for achieving goals and can be detrimental to our well-being.
Negative self-talk can lead to stress and hormone imbalance in the body.
Practicing self-compassion and reframing negative thoughts can help shift from negative self-talk to self-affirming self-talk.
Prioritizing feeling good and treating ourselves with kindness and understanding is important for our overall well-being.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Silencing the Inner Critic
07:10 The Impact of Negative Self-Talk on Well-being
11:29 Practicing Self-Compassion
14:04 Prioritizing Feeling Good
18:47 The Power of Self-Compassion
23:25 Treating Yourself with Kindness and Understanding
In this episode, Alana dives into the hidden roots of our relationship with food, emphasizing how childhood experiences shape our eating habits and body perceptions. Alana candidly shares her own struggles with food, expressing the significant impact early narratives and beliefs have on our adult lives. She discusses how messages of scarcity, guilt, and using appetite as currency for love influence the way we interact with food. Alana encourages you to explore these ingrained patterns with compassion and responsibility, highlighting the importance of awareness in the healing process. Join Alana in uncovering these deep-seated issues and begin working towards a more empowered and mindful approach to eating.
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COMING SOON: New Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Program with Alana. Join the waitlist for access to the introductory offer rate and all the details.
Curious to learn more about working with Alana so that you can end food overwhelm and create an empowered life through permanent weight loss? Inquire about the Alana’s Elite Coaching Experience
Ready to overcome emotional eating, reclaim your life, and never feel like a slave to food again? Learn more about The Emotional Eating Solution
Are you feeling called to take the step toward a permanent solution for sustainable weight loss? Learn more about Decoding Permanent Weight Loss
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Our childhood experiences shape our relationship with food, eating, and our bodies.
Messages about scarcity, guilt, and using food as a currency for love can impact our attitudes and behaviors around eating.
We inherit self-talk and beliefs about our bodies from our caregivers.
Rewiring our relationship with food and self-talk begins with awareness, attention, and repetition.
Healing our patterns around food and self-image requires compassion, curiosity, and a willingness to change.
Chapters
00:00 The Hidden Roots of Our Relationship with Food
04:23 Exploring Childhood Experiences and Attitudes Towards Eating
11:07 The Impact of Caregiver Messages and Self-Talk
17:29 Rewiring Our Relationship with Food and Self-Talk
21:40 Healing Patterns and Cultivating Empowerment
In this episode, Alana and Kassi dive deep into the flip side of binging and emotional eating by addressing the often-obsessive behaviors around strict dieting and exercise. Alana reflects on her own journey with emotional eating and the importance of self-knowledge and personal routines, emphasizing that it’s okay to occasionally indulge in low-nutrient foods. The duo critiques the irresponsible messaging of influencers who promote disciplined eating and intense workouts, highlighting the dangers of validating unhealthy mindsets. They explore the concept of orthorexia and discuss the resurgence of problematic dieting norms, stressing the importance of a balanced relationship with food. Kassi introduces a trending topic about influencers like Liv Schmidt, who are criticized for promoting extreme discipline and thinness as the ultimate goals. Listen in as Alana and Kassi discuss the need to reexamine the cultural glorification of past fitness regimes and the unhealthy fixation on body image to bring in a healthier approach to your relationship with food.
Leave us a voice message for our next Q&A episode!
COMING SOON: New Coaching and Accountability Mentorship Program with Alana. Join the waitlist for access to the introductory offer rate and all the details.
Curious to learn more about working with Alana so that you can end food overwhelm and create an empowered life through permanent weight loss? Inquire about the Alana’s Elite Coaching Experience
Ready to overcome emotional eating, reclaim your life, and never feel like a slave to food again? Learn more about The Emotional Eating Solution
Are you feeling called to take the step toward a permanent solution for sustainable weight loss? Learn more about Decoding Permanent Weight Loss
Explore more from Be Well by AK
Be sure to follow Alana on Instagram at @bewellbyak.
Takeaways
Compulsive behaviors and obsession can manifest in strict diet plans and intense discipline.
These behaviors can be socially acceptable and even glorified, despite their negative impact on mental and emotional well-being.
Orthorexia, an obsession with body image, is often seen as discipline but can be harmful.
Unhealthy behaviors disguised as discipline should be questioned and challenged.
The promotion of extreme thinness and the use of discipline as a justification can be harmful and exploitative.
Championing intuitive eating and a balanced approach to health is important in countering harmful messaging.
Chapters
03:25 The Undercurrent of Addiction and Compulsion
06:08 The Slippery Slope of Hyper Fixation
17:23 The Influence of Social Media and Glorification
23:01 Questioning and Challenging Societal Ideals
30:18 The Need for Alternative Voices in Wellness
35:03 The Impact of Algorithms on Content Consumption
41:50 New Coaching and Accountability Program
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