Ep. 375 - Why You Overeat During the Holidays (and How to Stay in Control Without Missing Out)

SummaryIn this episode, Chase and Chris talk all about the mindset struggles around food during the holidays. It’s not just about willpower—it’s how your brain reacts to feeling like food is limited. That’s called a scarcity mindset. The guys explain why holiday foods feel so tempting, why we feel out of control, and how to shift into an abundance mindset instead. They share tips, real client stories, and simple steps to help you enjoy the holidays without going overboard. You’ll learn how to feel in control again, not anxious or guilty around food. Whether it’s cookies at home or a big holiday dinner, they show you how to keep making progress—without missing out.Chapters(00:00) Why This Episode Matters During the Holidays(01:00) Client Story: Holiday Food, Childhood, and Guilt(02:20) The “Last Supper” Effect and Scarcity Mindset(05:50) Why Skipping Meals Backfires(07:30) All-or-Nothing Thinking and Holiday Overeating(08:45) Grandma’s Pie, Dopamine, and Food Obsession(10:00) Flexible Dieting and Improving Food Relationships(11:00) What an Abundance Mindset Really Means(12:30) Examples of Scarcity vs. Abundance Around Food(14:45) Changing Your Environment and Food Habits(17:00) Building Trust Around Trigger Foods(18:35) How to Shift From Scarcity to Abundance(20:00) Planning Ahead and Staying Present(22:30) Reframing Your Thoughts About the Holidays(24:30) Small Wins to Practice During Holiday Meals(26:00) Celebrate the Wins, Even the Tiny Ones(28:00) Remembering What Really Matters(30:00) Creating Food Freedom and Long-Term Mindset Change(33:00) Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective