Ep 61: Fitness, Nutrition & our Nervous System after Cancer with Sherry Shaban

In this episode, Fleur welcomes special guest Sherry Shaban, an osteopath and anti-diet health and life coach. Sherry shares her inspiring journey of overcoming chronic pain and redefining her fitness identity. The conversation delves into the relationship between the nervous system and food, highlighting the impact of trauma and medical treatment on eating behaviors. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding fitness as a journey and the role of the nervous system in shaping our relationship with food. The conversation delves into the concept of emotional eating and its connection to dysregulated emotions. It explores the impact of fear-mongering on health and the importance of mindset and identity shift in recovery. Practical steps for recovery and the significance of embracing change and self-compassion are also discussed.TakeawaysFitness as a JourneyNervous System and Food Relationship Emotional eating is a coping mechanism for dysregulated emotions.Reconnecting with the inner child can help address emotional eating and past trauma.Chapters00:00 Nervous System and Food Relationship29:14 Understanding Emotional Eating35:02 Impact of Fear-Mongering on Health41:59 Mindset and Identity Shift48:22 Practical Steps for Recovery54:34 Embracing Change and Self-Compassion