202: How to Enjoy Treats Without the Guilt

Do you find yourself weighed down by guilt every time you indulge in a treat, or have your attempts to eliminate them left you bingeing later on? In this episode, I'm revealing how the "all or nothing" approach to treats backfires and how you can enjoy your favorite indulgences without sabotaging your health goals. I introduce a new perspective on treats that might change not just your eating habits but your entire outlook on life. Discover how limiting treats doesn't mean depriving yourself, but instead finding a sweet spot where you can enjoy all the foods you love without compromising your health goals. I'll dive into why completely eliminating treats often leads to binging and how to create a sustainable, guilt-free relationship with food. I also share real-life examples of how clients have transformed their relationship with treats. You'll learn why gradual, mindful reductions in your treat consumption are more effective than trying to cut them out entirely. By allowing yourself to enjoy treats in moderation, you're building a lifestyle that supports your health and happiness. Join me as I wrap up my 8 Basic Habits series with Habit #8 – Limiting Treats. This episode isn't just about food, it's about creating a fulfilling life where treats enhance your joy without controlling you. Don't miss out on this fresh approach to lasting health and happiness. Ready to rethink your relationship with treats? Get full show notes and more information here: https://elizabethsherman.com/202  Hey! I love hearing from you. Send me a text. Let me know what resonated with you. I submitted a talk for SXSW 2027: Biohacking Is Just Dieting in a Lab Coat. Community voting runs through August 23rd, and it's part of what determines who gets on stage in Austin next March. If this resonates, I'd love your vote: CLICK HERE. Free account required, takes about a minute. If you’re a woman in midlife who wants better health without obsessing over weight, you’re in the right place. I’m Elizabeth Sherman, a life and health coach and host of the Total Health in Midlife Podcast.After coaching hundreds of women, I know the real problem usually isn’t “not enough information” – it’s too much of it, and not knowing where to start. With close to 300 episodes, this show can feel that way too.To make it easy, I created a free Listener’s Roadmap that helps you figure out which episodes are right for you right now. Tell me what you’re struggling with – low energy, emotional eating, stress, sleep, exercise, or all of the above – and I’ll point you to a curated path of episodes and resources to get you moving.Download your free roadmap at https://elizabethsherman.com/roadmap.