Ep 109 Life on the other side of food rules and body shame & the power of reclaiming body autonomy to manage medical conditions with past client Jovaughn
Release Date: 03/18/2024
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info_outlineIf you’re struggling to climb out of the dark hole that is food rules, stress, guilt, and body shame - my past client’s Jovaughn’s journey is going to show you that there IS a light at the end of the tunnel!
In this episode Jovaugh shares with us how she went from fearing carbs, restricting food & feeling guilty all the time for what she ate, not knowing how to manage her blood pressure, and never feeling good enough in her body to → enjoying all foods without guilt and without losing control, reclaiming her body autonomy and feeling empowered to care for her health in a way that best suits her life and values, and feeling confident and enough in her ‘here and now’ body.
We cover:
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Using lived experiences to overcome food rules
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How to opt out of the ‘clean your plate club’ to stop overeating without guilt about ‘food waste’.
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Healing your body image when everyone around you is dieting
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Knowing your options to manage medical conditions and the power of body autonomy.
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How your relationship with food impacts every aspect of your life
Nutrition be an empowering and joyful part of your life that helps you feel your best!
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