Does Food Get in the Way of What You REALLY Want?

Until recently I didn’t realize the full impact of my disordered eating. Having healed my relationship with food through Intuitive Eating, I now can look back and see how much fighting with food was holding me back. I had big dreams…..I didn't know that I was never going to achieve them as long as I was trying to control food and focusing on losing weight.

I was talking to a close friend today what that struggle was like. How I had constant mental chatter...about what I should be eating, how I need to get on track, what I shouldn't be eating, how I needed to lose weight, about what I was going to eat next and almost constantly beating myself up about all of it.  

It took up so much of my mental and emotional energy. Now, I talk about food for a living, and I would estimate that I spend ⅔ less time thinking about food then I did before Intuitive Eating.

It was exhausting, frustrating, and actually harmed me. It kept me from knowing that I was good enough. It made me think I was broken and I couldnt trust myself. It undermined my confidence. It impacted my relationships. It distracted me from my work. When on a diet I would sometimes avoid social situations where I might be tempted. If I went out, I would be thinking about food and feeling self conscious about my body to the point where I wouldn't be fully present and sometimes I couldnt have any fun or enjoy myself. I didnt dance or wear a swimsuit. I didnt want my picture taken. It prevented me from living the life I wanted and fulfilling my dreams. It prevented my from sharing my unique magic with the world.

It hurts to think about how much I gave my power to the struggle and the shoulds around food and my body. It hurts to know that so many of the powerful, beautiful, amazing women I know are silently going through the same thing. It motivates me to step up and out and share my experience of healing through Intuitive Eating.

Today I am learning to fully trust myself. I know now that I am enough. I can actually enjoy food again. Food is fuel AND fun, but that's it….its just food. It no longer has power over me. I am free to pursue my dreams and share my passions. I wear swimsuits, I dance, I smile when my picture is taken- and I am actually happy.

Are you ready to have the life you really want ?

If so, check out my FREE Intuitive Eating training! I'm excited to have you on this journey with me. 

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