What if your cravings had nothing to do with food, and everything to do with your mind?

In this episode, I’m diving deep into the real reason why so many of us struggle with food, cravings, and stubborn weight—and no, it’s not about willpower. I’m breaking down why true health doesn’t start with a diet or a workout plan—it starts in the mind.

You’ll hear me unpack how our thoughts, habits, and even our hormones all work together (or against us) when it comes to our relationship with food. I share my personal journey and the powerful shifts I had to make to stop living in the constant tug-of-war with cravings and emotional eating.

We’ll explore the role of the “scarcity mindset,” how stress can spike certain hormones that literally drive us to reach for sugar and carbs, and why traditional dieting often sets us up to fail. I also teach one of my favorite tools, the “Power Pause,” a simple yet game-changing practice to help you reconnect with your body, regulate your urges, and make empowered choices.

Topics Covered:

• Overcoming Cravings and Ineffective Habits for Lasting Change

• Harnessing the Mind for Hormonal Balance and Weight Release

• Understanding Scarcity Mindset and Its Impact on Thoughts

• The Dangers of Unrealistic Weight Loss Expectations

• Personalized Approaches to Healing Emotional Eating and Food Relationships

• Understanding Nighttime Snacking and Aligning with Circadian Rhythms

• Healing Trauma and Behavior Change Through Empowering Conversations

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of starting over, this episode is for you. It’s not your fault—and there is a way out. Let’s explore it together.

Let’s get something straight—If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of cravings, weight struggles, and energy crashes…

It’s not your fault.

Your body isn’t broken. It’s just trying to survive.And the reason it feels like food has control over you?

Your hormones are running the show.

That’s why I’m inviting you to my free 3-day masterclass:

Control Your Hormones – Conquer Your CravingsBecause when you understand what’s happening in your body, everything changes.

In just 3 sessions, you’ll learn exactly what’s keeping your cravings, appetite, and metabolism stuck—and how to finally reset your body (and your mind) for freedom and ease.

>> Reserve your spot here: www.sherryshaban.com/masterclassYou don’t need to fight harder. You just need the right approach.

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