Dealing with Holiday Eating Fears: Tips for Overcoming Food Anxiety at Christmas

by anne | Dec 25, 2024

Ah, the holidays—a time for joy, love, and… panicking over Christmas dinner? For many of us, the festive season comes with a side of food anxiety that feels bigger than the turkey on the table. Maybe it’s Aunt Susan’s comments about your plate, the fear of...

5 Common Body Image Myths (and the Truths You Need to Hear)

by anne | Dec 24, 2024

Body image is complicated. Societal pressures, media portrayals, and internal narratives often create myths about how our bodies should look and how we should feel. These body image myths damage self-esteem and shape how we live. Let’s uncover the truths behind the...

Why Midlife is the Best Time to Rediscover Yourself

by Anne-Sophie Reinhardt | Dec 24, 2024

Midlife: The Perfect Time to Rediscover Yourself Midlife gets a bad rap. Often, it’s seen as a time of decline, of “settling,” or of struggling to keep up with life’s demands. But what if this stage of life is actually the most exciting time to rediscover yourself in...

The Gift of Self-Love: A Different Way to Celebrate Christmas

by Anne-Sophie Reinhardt | Dec 23, 2024

It’s only one more day until Christmas Eve, and if you’re like many of us, you’re already feeling the pressure. But instead of stressing over presents, meals, and perfection, why not embrace a different kind of gift this year—the gift of self-love? Christmas comes...

Food Freedom: Your Guide Reclaiming Joy and Balance in Eating

by Anne-Sophie Reinhardt | Dec 21, 2024

Table of Contents Introduction: What is Food Freedom? The Problem with Diet Culture Understanding Emotional Eating and Its Role Breaking Free from Food Rules and Guilt The Science Behind Hunger, Cravings, and Fullness How Restriction Fuels the Cycle of Overeating...

Emotional Eating 101: Why We Turn to Food in Stressful Times

by Anne-Sophie Reinhardt | Dec 21, 2024

Let’s Talk About Emotional Eating Have you ever found yourself elbow-deep in a bag of chips after a hard day, wondering, What just happened? You’re not alone. Emotional eating is one of those sneaky habits that feels comforting in the moment but can leave you feeling...