Quiet the Food Noise: Overcoming Disordered Eating to Get The Body You Love w/ Kristin Ballard

Traci and Kristin discuss topics related to body image, nutrition, and mindset. They debunk myths about nutrition and fitness, such as the belief that you have to do tons of cardio to lose weight. They emphasize the importance of creating a healthy relationship with food and your body, rather than focusing on a specific number on the scale. Kristin shares her personal journey with disordered eating and how she found freedom and a new perspective on nutrition. They also discuss the significance of creating white spaces in your schedule for self-care and allowing God to fill those spaces. Kristin Ballard shares her journey of overcoming an eating disorder and finding balance in her life. She discusses how she shifted her focus from food and her body to other aspects of her life, such as becoming a life coach and starting her own business. She emphasizes the importance of putting food in its proper perspective and learning to love and appreciate her body. Kristin also talks about the challenges she faced in her recovery, including the fear of gaining weight, and the importance of counseling and support in her healing process. She highlights the need to challenge societal norms and redefine what it means to be healthy and strong. In this final part of the conversation, Traci and Kristin discuss the importance of loving and accepting one's body at every stage of life. They emphasize the need to let go of shame and judgment around food choices and focus on how food makes them feel. They also touch on the impact of past experiences on self-worth and the importance of choosing healthy partnerships. The conversation ends with a discussion on personal growth and the gratitude for the journey.00:00Introduction and Connection04:08Kristin's Journey and Authenticity06:24Overcoming Challenges and Finding Faith10:24Creating White Spaces for Self-Care13:18Body Image and Nutrition21:30The Truth About Nutrition and Fitness23:21Kristin's Experience with Disordered Eating27:47Finding Freedom and Embracing Your Journey28:04Finding Balance and Shifting Focus29:19Overcoming Fear Foods and Body Acceptance32:14The Importance of Counseling and Support39:27Redefining Health and Strength52:07Embracing Body Acceptance54:29Letting Go of Shame and Judgment58:44Food Choices and Disordered Eating01:03:22The Impact of Past Experiences01:04:17Lessons from Mothers01:07:05Finding Hope and Purpose01:11:06Childhood Dreams and Personal GrowthRemember you have to BE one to RAISE one!Are Hormones wreaking havoc? Stop fighting against them and work with them. Book a FREE consultation with Traci Peterson, FNP-BC Am I in Perimenopause Quiz (https://links.tracipeterson.com/widget/quiz/bScLLuTeNtQpAS2Slx4d)30 min Consultation FREE (https://links.tracipeterson.com/widget/bookings/30min-initial-consultation%20)Connect with Traci Peterson at tracipeterson.com or on Instagram @tpeteConnect with our Mother Daughter Movement on Insta @motherdaughtermovementAttend our next Woman Lessons Live Mother Daughter Event Go get your tickets NOW @ https://tracipeterson.com/upcoming-events Shows sponsor: Get your cortisol and hormones balanced with Happy Juice  https://www.amare.com/et/f1qeuq/496676