Category: Health
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2016 Review
As 2016 comes to a close, I have been reflecting on the year, the experiences I have had, and the ways in which I have grown. For as long as I can remember, my number one goal/resolution/desire/priority has been to lose weight. Every year, I would make resolutions around losing weight, and every year, I would…
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How Rachel Graham Lost Over 90 Pounds and Found Balance
Meet Rachel, a 24-year old mom from Nova Scotia. At 5’5, she has lost over 90 pounds, but more importantly, she gained confidence and control over her health. After suffering with an eating disorder in her teens and ballooning up to 245 pounds while pregnant, she has finally let go of the all-or-nothing mindset. Now she focusses on living a…
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6 Tips to Avoid Overeating and Binge Eating at Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving dinner is for Overeaters like what New Years Eve is for Alcoholics. It’s the day when everyone overindulges and bingeing is viewed as normal. You don’t have to binge eat this holiday season, and here are 6 tips to help you prepare for a sane and enjoyable day. Start the day with a gratitude list.…
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What Are The Signs of Food Addiction?
If we are open, we can see signs everywhere. I don’t talk too much about the spiritual side of my journey, but it’s perhaps the most important. Being open to the universe and listening to that quiet voice within – that is where we find our truth. The more I grow, the more I realize…
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What is Self Care Project? #selfcareproject
The days between Halloween and New Years tend to be a danger zone for those of us who struggle with food. It’s the time of year when tensions rise and even the most normal of eaters let their healthy habits slip. I have been thinking about my own intentions and asking myself why I am able to easily maintain some habits while struggling with others. Research shows that people who…
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Hello New Friends!
Welcome to my little corner of the web. I am thrilled for you to visit and I hope to connect with as many of you as possible. I am humbled by the messages I have received and I am grateful for the reminder that I am not alone on this journey. Obesity is hard and long term weight…
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October 2016
Hey friends! I’ve just returned from a month in Europe, where I wandered the streets of Paris (eating croissants), hiked 100 miles around Mont Blanc (eating fondue), and discovered Budapest (one delicious restaurant at a time). My belly and heart are overflowing. I indulged often, enjoyed everything, and have no regrets. I definitely gained some weight and that’s OK – I know it’s temporary.…
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Overcoming binge eating and compulsive overeating.
Disordered eating can range from mild to severe and from intermittent to constant, but its core characteristic is eating in response to something other than physical hunger. Like drugs and alcohol, food can be an escape from uncomfortable emotions. In particular, foods such as sugar, refined carbohydrates, and dairy are known to have properties which…
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How Meredith changed her life and lost 105 pounds in under a year.
Meet Meredith, from @bear_gets_skinny. She has lost an impressive 105 pounds over the last year. At 29, she was pushing 300 and her doctor recommended bariatric surgery. Instead, she started making changes in her daily habits and transformed her life. After watching her reach the 100-pound milestone, I was inspired to learn more about her story. Graciously, Meredith openly answered my questions, sharing her history and hopes for…
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Throwback Thursday, Obesity Edition
The statistics are grim when it comes to weightloss. We all think we are different, that we are the exception. I know I did. I lost the weight through good ‘ole willpower – dieting and exercising, the traditional “eat less, move more” mantra of restriction and punishment. I wore a size 6 but I hated…