EPISODE · Sep 12, 2024 · 58 MIN
38: Make Peace With Food
from The Everyday Awesome Project · host Polly Mertens & Samantha Pruitt
Food is a necessary relationship and source for all of us. But what happens when your relationship is rocky and the battle with food feels never-ending? Join us this week as coaches Polly and Sam share their deeply personal experiences with disordered eating and recovery. Coach Polly shares her 20-year addiction and eventual triumph over an eating disorder and Coach Sam unlocks the major mindshift she had with food to turn frustration into fuel. These empowering narratives are not just stories but lifelines of hope for anyone grappling with similar challenges, reminding us all that recovery is possible and that our relationships with food and our body can indeed be healed.Together we will explore the complexities of individual nutritional needs, influenced by factors ranging from genetic makeup to cultural heritage. Our conversation sheds light on the misleading marketing tactics that pervade the dieting industry and the detrimental effects of modern food system. We urge listeners to reclaim their nutritional autonomy, finding joy in the simple yet profound acts of cooking and gardening, and work through ways to create a personalized approach to food that aligns with their unique needs and lifestyles.In the final segments, we address the emotional burdens tied to food, particularly the shame, guilt, and societal pressures. This open dialogue uncovers how unrealistic body images, propagated by social media, fuel self-loathing and negative self-judgment. By sharing practical strategies for setting boundaries and cultivating self-acceptance, we underscore the importance of inner peace in achieving a balanced, healthier life. Tune in to learn how to silence the inner critic and embrace your imperfections, ultimately paving the way for a more harmonious relationship with food and oneself.-Coaches Polly & Sam xoxo@everydayawesomeproject Send us Fan Mail Follow Coach Polly @getbusythriving and Coach Sam @thesamanthapruitt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayawesomeprojectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydayawesomeprojectLinktree for ALL THE THINGS: https://linktr.ee/everydayawesomeprojectWebsite/About Us: https://everydayawesomeproject.com/about-us/
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Food is a necessary relationship and source for all of us. But what happens when your relationship is rocky and the battle with food feels never-ending? Join us this week as coaches Polly and Sam share their deeply personal experiences with disordered eating and recovery. Coach Polly shares her 20-year addiction and eventual triumph over an eating disorder and Coach Sam unlocks the major mindshift she had with food to turn frustration into fuel. These empowering narratives are not just storie...
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