Emotional Eating Unwrapped

Rethinking Discipline: Why Flexibility is Essential for True Wellness


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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.

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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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