Have you ever tried intuitive eating and felt even more out of control around food?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest misconceptions about intuitive eating—and why it often backfires when we’re stuck in protection mode. I share how our nervous system drives cravings, why appetite cues get disrupted, and the exact first step you must take before intuitive eating can truly work for you.

This is not about dieting. It’s not about willpower. It’s about safety, awareness, and learning to listen to the right cues from your body.

Tune in to hear the full conversation and start making peace with food today!

Topics Covered

• What intuitive eating really means (beyond the hashtag trend)

• How social media can mislead us about food freedom

• The role of appetite correction and why we lose touch with it

• Protection mode vs. safety mode in the nervous system

• How protection mode hijacks hunger and fullness signals

• Why diets and “just eating intuitively” don’t work long-term

• The first step to regaining control of food

• How to tell if your food choices are being driven by protection mode or safety mode

• Rebuilding a compassionate, fun, and free relationship with food

🍪 Sweet Bonus for You!

Cravings don’t have to control you. That’s why I put together a free recipe eBook: 10 Sugar Fixes (Without the Sugar).

Inside you’ll find simple, delicious recipes that satisfy your sweet tooth—without the crash, guilt, or endless cycle of cravings.

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