Ep 107 : Beyond Calories & Macros — Behaviours, & Mindset Guest Ep w/ Brian Ó’ hÁonghusa

SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Vikki Cronin interviews Brian Ó’ hÁonghusa, a Nutrition Coach and Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, discussing the intricate relationship between mindset, nutrition, and emotional eating. They explore the limitations of focusing solely on calories and macros, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's relationship with food and the psychological aspects of eating. Brian shares insights on mindful eating practices, coping mechanisms for emotional eating, and strategies for navigating the holiday season without guilt. The discussion highlights the significance of self-compassion, psychological flexibility, and intentionality in making food choices, ultimately guiding listeners towards a healthier and more balanced approach to nutrition.TakeawaysMindset plays a crucial role in nutrition and behavior change.Focusing solely on calories can be limiting and harmful.Understanding your relationship with food is essential for long-term success.Reframing food labels can help reduce guilt and emotional eating.Psychological flexibility allows for better coping with cravings and emotions.Mindful eating practices can enhance enjoyment and satisfaction with food.The holiday season can be navigated with intentionality and awareness.High value foods should be prioritized over low value options.Self-compassion is important, but it should not lead to complacency.Finding personal coping mechanisms is key to managing emotional eating.Links & Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vikkicronincoaching/profilecard/?igsh=MWw1YnBhN3F5anplNg==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://vikkicronincoaching.ie/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can find Brian here :https://www.instagram.com/brianohaonghusa?igsh=MWpvdTRvNXZuZndnMg==Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, follow and share Your Mindset Matters with others.Sunny Spring - Imperss (Original Mix) [2021] FreeDL By Imperss Music ♪ is licensed under a Creative Commons