Behind the Burnout: Mental Health’s Role in Emotional Eating & Fitness
Boss Bitch Radio w/IFBB Pro, Diane Flores
Release Date: 03/28/2025
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I’m joined by Almost-Dr. Crystal Barrera to unpack the hidden forces sabotaging women’s wellness — from the invisible mental load to emotional eating and stress-related fitness plateaus.
#mentalhealth #motivational #girlboss
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
01:34 – What is mental load, really?
02:42 – How it sneaks into your daily life
07:29 – Emotional eating & mental health—what’s the link?
13:02 – Journaling & other ways to cope
18:00 – Meditation & mindfulness made simple
18:59 – Easy tips to lighten your mental load
19:18 – How to start your day with mindfulness
19:58 – Managing anxiety as you go about your day
20:26 – Ways to offload mental stress
20:54 – The struggle with perfectionism & self-talk
21:51 – Society’s expectations & gender roles—let’s unpack this
23:01 – Unequal division of labor & why it matters
24:48 – How mental load impacts relationships & intimacy
25:49 – The mind-body connection—how stress affects your health
28:59 – Getting to the root of the issue & practicing self-care
31:01 – Stories of empowerment & real-life experiences
34:05 – Final thoughts & what’s coming up next!
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