From Diet Culture to Intuitive Eating: Amy's Journey to Health and Wellness / Ep 101

Are you trapped in the cycle of diet culutre, but are curious to take the leap to intuitive eating? In this episode, we are joined by Amy Thomas about her journey from just that! Amy Thomas shares her powerful story of transitioning from the pressures of diet culture to embracing intuitive eating. We chat about Amy's resilience, self-discovery, and breaking free from the societal expectations that many of us struggle with when it comes to our body image and diets.  Amy has worked with Maria, Tara and Elizabeth in different capacities, and shares her experience with them as well.  In this episode: The emotional impact of diet culture and how it affects body image and self-worth. Discovering intuitive eating and how it differs from mindful eating. The role of professionals in supporting a healthier relationship with food and body image. The importance of focusing on strength and ability in fitness rather than just weight loss. Tips for those feeling overwhelmed or stuck in their health journey. Resources Mentioned: Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch The 10% Happier Podcast featuring Evelyn Tribole: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-anti-diet-evelyn-tribole/id1087147821?i=1000461282851   This episode is sponsored by FX Physical Therapy. Learn more about them here: https://fxphysicaltherapy.com/locations/annapolis/   Register for Tara’s Live Event - Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX   Register for Elizabeth’s upcoming virtual workshop, Silence Your Inner Food critic here: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/silence-your-food-police   Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!   Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet   Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness   Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/