When we start moving away from eating to manipulate our weight, we don't know how our weight will be affected. This unknown can be scary and overwhelming since many of us have been taught to eat with the intention of controlling our weight, explained Brenna O'Malley, RD, creator of health blog The Wellful.
When in doubt, think about what other things you are gaining. Why is intuitive eating and food freedom important to you and have you felt any positive shifts so far? Do you have more energy to work out? Are you sleeping better? Do you feel happier and more connected to people? Are you inspired to devote time to your passions and goals?
Often clients find their mind is so much less consumed with anxious thoughts of food, eating, or their weight throughout the day, they may be able to say yes to spontaneous plans with friends, or have a special experience with their child that they would have said no to when dieting.
"Shifting the focus to highlight the wins and pieces of your life you're gaining back with intuitive eating can help put the other pieces in perspective," Brenna said.
