Emotional Eating Unwrapped20 Kesä 2024

Making Empowered Eating Decisions and Belief Systems for Your Body + Mind with Jes Gordon

In this episode, Alana sits down with Jes Gordon to dive into the multifaceted journey of emotional eating and body image as we age. Jes, a dynamic event producer and author, candidly shares her own experiences with athleticism, body confidence, and the pressures of societal beauty standards. Together, the two emphasize the importance of finding worthiness beyond physical appearance and the transformative power of self-care and patience. Throughout their conversation, they explore the distinctions between compulsive and intentional eating, the role of food as a reward, and the impact of surrounding environments on lifestyle choices. Join Alana and Jes as they advocate for a holistic and patient approach to health, self-compassion, and ultimately, discovering true confidence and well-being.

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Takeaways

Hormonal changes can impact body image and weight, and the importance of understanding and navigating these changes.
Body positivity is important, but it should not be used as a bypass for taking care of one's physical health
Rewards can play a role in emotional eating, but it's important to have a healthy relationship with food and not use it as an escape or punishment.
Listening to one's body and taking responsibility for one's own happiness is crucial.
Investing in oneself and being patient with the journey towards self-improvement is necessary.
Believing in yourself and setting boundaries are key to maintaining healthy relationships and navigating social situations.

Chapters

02:42 Hormonal Changes and Body Image

09:59 Strength and Movement

14:48 Balancing Body Positivity and Physical Health

23:15 Rewards and Emotional Eating

25:13 COVID-19 and the Permission for Self-Care

34:25 Investing in Yourself and Being Patient

44:15 The Power of Authenticity and Aligned Choices

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