The SociEATy Podcast

Let's chat, my friend! In this episode we're talking about the *potential* return of the No Food Rules podcast in a new, unfiltered, unedited way. This week's topics: Why I'm done playing the social media game... kinda? How I wish TT was still banned... The reality of the red dye ban... (spoiler: it's not)  "Diet culture" is so over used Submit a question for the next Q & A episode here! (https://www.speakpipe.com/NoFoodRulesPod) IG Post Re: Red Dye: https://www.instagram.com/p/DE2aLVmzsvM/?igsh=MTZsZTNjZDV2dzR2OQ==  Send me a DM on Instagram  (@no.food.rules) and let me know what you think of this new format/idea! XOXO!

Hey guys!  Currently ya girlie is up in the skyyyyy headin' on vaycay! But I wanted to be sure to give ya your weekly updates so enjoy this Wednesday recorded edition. If anything groundbreaking came out Thursday AM, well, we'll cover it next week HA! Today we have got a lot of talk about “where do you draw the line?!” This is a shorter episode for a variety of reasons I discuss in the episode. What is the No Food Rules News? I've rounded up some articles that I've seen in the past week that relate to food, health, nutrition, body and/or diet culture. I'll share a couple of my thoughts with them! Hope you enjoy! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → https://youtu.be/AmUTytfKyn0  Watch The Travel Snacks Video Here! → https://youtu.be/TbOCMX5PwOA?si=f5B3H2onWkfob6fP  XOXO -Colleen Join THE SOCIEATY and learn to eat with no food rules→ https://nofoodrules.co/TheSociEATy_Podcast    This week's stories: New Apple Watch to monitor blood glucose and pressure, sleep apnea signs: report https://nypost.com/2023/11/06/lifestyle/apple-watch-to-monitor-blood-glucose-and-pressure-sleep-apnea-signs-report/  M&M's Drops a New Vanilla and White Chocolate Flavor for the Holidays https://people.com/m-and-ms-drops-new-vanilla-white-chocolate-flavor-holiday-season-8386784  Fans are concerned that Mindy Kaling's canned salmon salad is going to stink up the plane https://www.insider.com/mindy-kaling-traveling-canned-salmon-salad-plane-flight-2023-11  After a college student took nearly 800 mg of caffeine — double what dietitians recommend — for a TikTok, he vomited and said it was the 'worst day' of his life https://www.insider.com/man-overdosed-caffeine-800-mg-for-tiktok-dietician-recommends-against-2023-11

Hey guys!  Here is today's episode of the No Food Rules News! I'm feeling much better mentally than last week but not so much physically… I'll also fill ya in on what Theo did and why last week was such a hot mess for me emotionally. And, obvi, lots of great stories to chat about! What is the No Food Rules News? I've rounded up some articles that I've seen in the past week that relate to food, health, nutrition, body and/or diet culture. I'll share a couple of my thoughts with them! Hope you enjoy! WATCH ON YOUTUBE -> https://youtu.be/EvxUvnc0HK4?si=98R0ZMGF6pv4Eq2T  XOXO -Colleen Join THE SOCIEATY and learn to eat with no food rules→ https://nofoodrules.co/TheSociEATy_Podcast  This week's stories: Billie Eilish's Fridge Shows the Crispy-Coke Experiment Gone Wrong https://www.popsugar.com/food/billie-eilish-crispy-coke-experiment-49299644 FDA says it is looking into the death of a college student who drank Panera Bread's Charged Lemonade https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/panera-fda-charged-lemonade-death-university-pennsylvania-sarah-katz-rcna122110 I'm 89 and in great shape — this $200 tool is my surprising fitness secret https://nypost.com/2023/10/28/lifestyle/im-in-89-year-old-grandma-in-great-shape-this-surprising-200-tool-is-my-fitness-secret/ How your seasonal chores count toward your fitness goals https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/28/health/functional-fitness-fall-chores-wellness/index.html  Martha Stewart says she still dresses like a teenager: Why it matters. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/10/24/martha-stewart-sports-illustrated-how-women-dress-age/71296106007/ 

Hey guys! Here is you weekly episode of the No Food Rules News! WIth Halloween just around the corner we're def diving into the "switch witch" a bit more. Is it a good idea? Is it not? I'll give you some recommendations for what TO do. What is the No Food Rules News? I've rounded up some articles that I've seen in the past week that relate to food, health, nutrition, body and/or diet culture. I'll share a couple of my thoughts with them! Hope you enjoy!  WATCH ON YOUTUBE -> https://youtu.be/yvAkVqrV_H0?si=s6vYMrDtzP5wfcH0  XOXO -Colleen  Join THE SOCIEATY and learn to eat with no food rules→ https://nofoodrules.co/TheSociEATy_Podcast This week's stories: Bananas could go extinct due to fungus outbreak, scientists say https://nypost.com/2023/10/24/lifestyle/bananas-could-go-extinct-due-to-fungus-outbreak-scientists/ Can drinking coffee with lemon really help you lose weight? https://www.today.com/health/does-adding-lemon-your-coffee-really-help-you-lose-weight-t235478 What is the Switch Witch? The Halloween candy trend for kids — and how to do it right https://nypost.com/article/what-is-the-switch-witch-how-to-do-the-halloween-candy-trend-right/ MamaKnowsNutrition IG Post https://www.instagram.com/p/CywFhvqxtAL/?img_index=1 Hailey Bieber addresses ‘disheartening' pregnancy rumors: Can't I ‘be bloated one time?' https://pagesix.com/2023/10/24/parents/hailey-bieber-addresses-disheartening-pregnancy-rumors-im-bloated/ McDonald's is giving out free fries every Friday for the rest of the year - here's how to get them https://www.dailymail.co.uk/yourmoney/consumer/article-12667753/McDonalds-free-fries-Friday.html  

Hi all! We're back! Here is today's episode of the NFR news! We've got a lot to discuss including the USA banning ingredients that are banned in the EU... is it needed and what are the impacts? Let's dicusss!   WATCH ON YOUTUBE --> https://youtu.be/AfJ9s-tP_fg?si=46B0pnHzXiifM8nI   What is the No Food Rules News? I've rounded up some articles that I've seen in the past week that relate to food, health, nutrition, body and/or diet culture. I'll share a couple of my thoughts with them! Hope you enjoy!   XOXO -Colleen    Join THE SOCIEATY and learn to eat with no food rules→ https://nofoodrules.co/TheSociEATy_Podcast  This week's stories:  California ban on 4 food additives sparks outrage: ‘Slippery slope' https://nypost.com/2023/10/09/california-ban-on-4-food-additives-sparks-outrage-slippery-slope/ Pamela Anderson's bold no-makeup look and the 'natural beauty revolution' https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/10/05/pamela-anderson-no-makeup-jamie-lee-curtis-natural-beauty-revolution/71065923007/ Woman who skydived at 104 years old shares simple tips for long life https://www.today.com/health/womens-health/woman-104-oldest-skydiver-rcna119270 Brody Jenner makes coffee with fiancée Tia Blanco's breast milk: ‘Freaking delicious' https://nypost.com/2023/10/09/brody-jenner-makes-coffee-with-fiancee-tia-blancos-breast-milk/ 'Horrible parents': Mom and dad get shamed after sharing their Halloween candy tradition https://www.today.com/parents/family/switch-witch-halloween-candy-rcna119727 

Hey guys!  Back with another episode of the No Food Rules News! Today's we've got a lot of great stories, checkout the links below to read them yourself! What is the No Food Rules News? I've rounded up some articles that I've seen in the past week that relate to food, health, nutrition, body and/or diet culture. I'll share a couple of my thoughts with them! Hope you enjoy!    XOXO -Colleen   Join THE SOCIEATY and learn to eat with no food rules→ https://nofoodrules.co/TheSociEATy_NFRNews   This week's stories:   New TikTok 'bone smashing' trend encourages people to hit themselves in the face with hammers to improve their looks https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12584869/tiktok-bone-smashing-trend-face-hammer.html   Valerie Bertinelli feels ‘beautiful' rewearing ‘fat clothes' from first Jenny Craig ‘before' photo https://pagesix.com/2023/10/03/valerie-bertinelli-rewears-fat-clothes-from-first-jenny-craig-before-photo/    Viral ‘pineapple sleep hack' is good — but eating this before bed is even better: expert https://nypost.com/2023/10/03/viral-pineapple-sleep-hack-is-good-but-eating-this-before-bed-is-even-better-expert/    Splenda is 600 times sweeter than sugar, but is the artificial sweetener safe? https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/10/03/is-sucralose-bad-for-you/70923704007/    Introducing Reese's Spine-Chilling New Halloween Treat: Peanut Butter Skeletons https://www.popsugar.com/food/reeses-peanut-butter-skeletons-49237440   

"It's the end of an era, you might say." I am doing this special episode to announce that I'm hitting the pause button on “The No Food Rules” podcast. But hold on tight because it's not really the end, but a thrilling NEW chapter!     Taking steps to flourish in life can be a challenge! In this episode, I'll walk you through the reasons and my rollercoaster of emotions as I give you a behind-the-scenes look at this monumental decision.     My passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to my community will ensure that when the podcast returns, it'll be bigger, better, and more impactful than ever before. But I need your help. Take this quiz and let me know what you want to hear more (or less) of in the podcast's future—and TOGETHER, we'll create something AMAZING!      Thank you for being a part of this journey—I couldn't have done it without you!     Key Takeaways:  Pruning for growth isn't easy—how to view your endings through a positive lens. Why it's essential to take the steps towards flourishing: changing your mindset to flow with the seasons of life. Redirecting resources for maximum impact—pausing the podcast to focus on helping as many people as possible. Feedback matters: fill out this survey for a say in future episodes of “The No Food Rules” podcast.      Links: Join The SociEATy Take The Podcast Survey!     Follow Colleen On: Instagram @no.food.rules YouTube - Colleen Christensen TikTok @no.food.rules

Do you cringe when you look at photos of yourself? In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, Colleen and Nicole delve into the topic of how photographs can trigger negative self-talk and share their strategies for shifting your focus. Learn from Colleen's personal experiences with photo shoots as she shares her tips for embracing the moment by being yourself.      Then, learn how to "romanticize" YOUR life! Colleen and Nicole walk listeners through how even small acts of self-care can elevate your everyday experience and guide you toward making bold choices that reflect your true personality to create an environment that feels like home and a life that brings YOU joy!     Plus, take this 60-second quiz to help you identify sneaky food rules that may be preventing you from eating intuitively.     Key Takeaways:  Discover how to overcome the urge to pick apart your appearance in photos and what to focus on to enjoy remembering the moment instead. Who the heck cares what other people think!—the power of coloring outside the lines and being bold in your choices even if they don't fit within conventional norms. Explore the concept of "romanticizing life" and discover how small acts of self-care and being present in the moment can elevate your everyday experience and help you live life to the fullest! You ARE more than your body—how to tame the voice planted in your head by diet culture and redirect your negative thoughts. How to identify and break free from sneaky food rules that may prevent you from eating intuitively.   Links: Take the Quiz to Find Out if Your Eating Habits are Healthy or Hindered by Harmful Food Rules    Follow Colleen On: Instagram @no.food.rules YouTube - Colleen Christensen  TikTok @no.food.rules

All habits or behaviors benefit you in some way and are either effective or NOT! So how can you effectively create new habits and behaviors that align with YOUR goals and values and then make sure they stick?     In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, I share some valuable tips and strategies that have helped me make positive changes using techniques that can be applied in ANY area of your life!     Drawing on insights from books such as "Atomic Habits" by James Clear and "How to Change" by Katie Milkman (*trigger warning: both mention weight loss but had such incredible takeaways otherwise that I just can't gatekeep them!), I'll be sharing practical advice infused with examples from my own life that have helped me transform my habits for the better.     Listen in to discover how powerful methods like gateway habits, temptation bundling, and the two-minute rule can help YOU make positive changes and bring new habits and behaviors to life.     Key Takeaways: "It's not a lack of motivation. It's a lack of clarity" — the REAL reason many people struggle to make positive changes in their lives and what to do to improve YOUR chances for success. Why the two-minute rule (baby steps, people!) is more effective than trying to make significant changes all at once. How to use “temptation bundling“ to maximize enjoyment while building discipline. How to use “gateway habits” to create long-term change. The art of choosing between two discomforts (helps to avoid backsliding back into your old habits). The power of a single plate: how to use decisive moments to help you be more mindful. Why fixing inputs may be more effective than changing goals.     Links: → Join The No Food Rules SociEATy←     Episode Links: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones   How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be     Follow Colleen On: Instagram @no.food.rules YouTube - Colleen Christensen TikTok @no.food.rules

Are you looking to switch up your wardrobe for spring, but you're feeling frustrated with shopping for clothes that fit? In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, Colleen and Nicole have got you covered with tips on building a comfortable and functional wardrobe, organizing your closet, finding clothes that fit, and avoiding impulse buying.     But the conversation doesn't stop there! We also delve into the importance of prioritizing self-care, addressing YOUR basic needs before striving to be productive, postpartum exercise (and why it's okay to take a break), and avoiding pitfalls like emotional eating and shopping through social media detoxes and decluttering.      Listen in for advice on how to cultivate a more mindful approach to building your wardrobe and prioritizing your self-care through practical tips and expert advice.      Key Takeaways: The essential (ongoing) components to building a comfortable and functional wardrobe. How to make it easier to find what you need—tips for organizing your closet to make it work for you. How to avoid impulse buying by honing in on key pieces that fit your personal style and work for your lifestyle. We LOVE online shopping—but there can be pitfalls—how to make it work for YOU. How to stop a bad body image day in its tracks—steps to take to be sure you only have pieces you love to wear and feel fabulous in. Check your motivation—how to avoid feeling pressured to "bounce back" when approaching postpartum exercise. How prioritizing self-care can help you break through your creative funk! How detoxing from social media and decluttering can help you sidestep common pitfalls like comparison and emotional shopping.   Links: Join The SociEATy!     Follow Colleen On: Instagram @no.food.rules YouTube - Colleen Christensen TikTok @no.food.rules

Join Colleen in this FUN episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast as she shares her current wellness obsessions and easy-to-implement changes for big improvements in your overall health and well-being.   Discover her 7 tried-and-loved wellness trends for improved digestion, lower risk of chronic disease, better mental health, quality sleep, stress and anxiety management, and even help with puffy eyes.   Plus, get tips on scheduling medical appointments, prioritizing workload, and the benefit of regular check-ins to reduce feelings of overwhelm. Tune in to learn how to implement these wellness trends effectively to start making positive changes toward a healthier and happier YOU!   Key Takeaways: Discover the benefits of incorporating more plant-based meals into your diet, including improved digestion and lower risk of chronic disease. Learn how a simple change in your work setup can boost your energy, focus, and overall health. Find out how journaling can improve your mental health—even if you're not a natural writer. Get insights on how CBD can be a helpful tool for managing stress and anxiety and how to find a high-quality brand you can trust. Discover the potential benefits of collagen supplementation for joint and ligament health and how to choose the right product for you. Learn about Guasha, a traditional Chinese healing method that may help with puffy eyes. Find out how unplugging from social media in the evening can improve your sleep and mental well-being. Reaping the benefits—why you need to take into account your personal circumstances before implementing any trend and how to start small to create healthy habits that last.    Links: → Free 1 Week Binge Free Intuitive Eating Plan ←       Episode Links: HAES health sheets  Standing Desk  Journaling Podcast Episode: Why You Need To Start Journaling (& How) CBD Podcast Episode: How CBD Works [feat. Maia Reed of Equilibria]  EQ Discount Code: NOFOODRULES Collagen Reel: Should You Take Collagen Peptides   Follow Colleen On: Instagram @no.food.rules YouTube - Colleen Christensen  TikTok @no.food.rules

In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, join Colleen and Nicole as they dive into a deep conversation about the challenges that come with postpartum and breastfeeding.      From the stress and anxiety that can arise to managing changes in your body and eating habits, they explore it all while addressing important questions such as whether it's okay to start intuitive eating while breastfeeding and how to navigate changes in your body and your eating habits. Plus, the impact of diet culture even years after you've stopped dieting.     Then listen in as they lighten things up with some BTS by two dieticians about their love for home renovation projects and their favorite Ikea hacks and snacks.      Key Takeaways: Why recognizing the emotional struggles of breastfeeding is crucial. Society's pressure that breast is best—how outside influences can pressure you into breastfeeding and why you must decide what works for YOU. Intuitive eating while breastfeeding—how to listen to your body and honor your hunger, especially during the first few months. The emotional side of breastfeeding: how building a supportive community can help ensure success. What's best for mom IS best for baby!   Links: Join The SociEATy!   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

IMPORTANT PSA!     Join The SociEATy before 8pm on Monday, April 17th and get over $8,000 worth of materials, support, guidance, and advice for just $25! Right now you can get an extra 3 coaching calls ($750 value) FREE!     If you're wanting to speed up your intuitive eating journey by getting expert guidance at a fraction of the price then now is the time to join!     LEARN MORE + JOIN HERE → https://nofoodrules.co/3KzO8Ck

LAST CHANCE! How To Find Your Best Weight As An Intuitive Eater Sign Up Here  https://nofoodrules.co/3m2nfOd      Join Colleen in this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast as she talks to Courtney, a member of the SociEATy, about her journey to becoming an intuitive eater.      Courtney shares valuable insights on overcoming the fear of losing control around food and how the community support of the SociEATy helped her FINALLY break free from the restrictions of diet culture.     Becoming an intuitive eater requires self-awareness, reflection, and patience. Tune in to Courtney's story for valuable insights and tips on navigating the challenges and inspiration for your intuitive eating journey!      Have you tried ALL the Things but your struggling to achieve your health and wellness goals? I created the SociEATy to help people just like you succeed on their intuitive eating journey. Join the webinar today and let us help you make progress on your intuitive eating journey, just like we did for Courtney!     Key Takeaways: Letting go of food rules and restrictions is scary—BUT it's the first step towards finding food freedom and a healthier relationship with food. There's no one-size fits all approach to intuitive eating. Why it's essential to find what works best for YOU. Baby steps are okay. Why it's important to sidestep the pressure to do everything at once. Joining a like-minded community can help you stay on course—how joining the SociEATy helped Courtney unlock intuitive eating success.     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

FREE TRAINING!  How To Find Your Best Weight As An Intuitive Eater Sign Up Here  https://nofoodrules.co/40uAmGS     In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, Colleen and Nicole debunk common misconceptions surrounding the Health at Every Size movement and discuss the importance of weight in relation to health.    Discover the truth about Health at Every Size and learn why taking small steps towards becoming an intuitive eater and focusing on changing the behaviors causing undesirable outcomes is the key to making sustainable changes that last!   Listen in also for a casual chat and some BTS wisdom from two dietitians covering a range of topics, including chunking down tasks and addressing food cravings and sleeping habits. Plus, why it's essential to relearn how to listen to your body to find your best weight.   Remember to sign up for the upcoming training on April 11th if you want to learn more about the science behind weight and how to find YOUR best weight for optimal health.   Key Takeaways: Discover what Health at Every Size really means. You eat an elephant one bite at a time—why taking small steps towards becoming an intuitive eater is the key to making sustainable changes that last? How our society's obsession with diet culture, thinness, and fatphobia can hinder your intuitive eating journey. Weight is a byproduct of behavior: Why it's essential to focus on the behaviors causing undesirable outcomes rather than the weight itself. The KEY to unlocking an equilibrium within your body so you can ENJOY the foods and activities that make you feel good.   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

FREE TRAINING!  How To Find Your Best Weight As An Intuitive Eater Sign Up Here  https://go.colleenchristensennutrition.com/best-weight-training/     Starting out on your intuitive eating (IE)  journey can be uncomfortable on many levels, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, Colleen discusses one of the biggest obstacles on your intuitive eating journey: the fear of the unknown.      She'll share her own story of starting her intuitive eating journey "whole ham" without a plan and the struggles she faced with weight gain, physical challenges, and even bulimia that almost sent her back to dieting!      Listen in as Colleen shares the importance of biological reconditioning plus practical tips for anyone starting their intuitive eating journey (or struggling with it) to get past their fear, veer around obstacles, and stay on track towards a healthy relationship with food.     And don't forget the free training on how to find your best weight with IE is coming on April 11th. Sign up NOW!     Key Takeaways: Anxiety as a superpower: Understanding when it helps and when it doesn't! The 1st thing you need to do when starting your IE journey. My bumpy road to my healthiest weight. Why the oversimplified eat the donuts, eat the cookies, but love your body at the same time isn't enough. Body image before food—why I address it first when working with clients. Avoiding the mental tug of war: How to begin your IE journey without feeling out of control. No weight, no problem: Why it's okay to ask for no weight at the doctor. Love your body! I do (but every day—heck no!) how you can get there without the ALL-or-nothing mindset that derails so many of us.    Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

FREE TRAINING!  How To Find Your Best Weight As An Intuitive Eater Sign Up Here  https://go.colleenchristensennutrition.com/best-weight-training/      Today, Colleen and Nicole are tackling the complex and often conflicting messages about weight loss and health. We'll explore the difficulties of sustaining weight loss, from the impact of weight setpoints to the bodily changes that make weight maintenance challenging, and why it's crucial to find a non-diet-y middle ground where you can break food rules, care for your health, and find YOUR body's best weight.    Tune in for a casual chat with two dietitians about rewiring your brain to overcome negative thoughts, comparison and judgment in the gym, and the importance of meeting our basic human needs as a foundation for productivity and overall well-being.   Plus, don't forget to sign up for the upcoming training on April 11th on "How to Find Your Best Weight as an Intuitive Eater."   Key Takeaways: Diets CAN result in weight loss, BUT…—we'll delve into the challenges of maintaining weight loss beyond the body's natural set point. End the blame game—the importance of understanding the physiological changes that occur during weight loss and how to address them, so you don't blame yourself for the challenges that crop up in maintenance. The myth that fat equals ugly—how the media's portrayal of fatness has influenced society's attitudes and beliefs about body image. Why weight really DOES matter—hang in with Colleen as she walks you through the misconceptions behind the Health at Every Size framework. Why it's crucial to find your setpoint weight by honoring your hunger and fullness cues and how No Food Rules can help.      Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

In this episode of "The No Food Rules" podcast, Colleen takes us on a journey through her recent trip to Scottsdale, offering insider tips for planning your next short and sweet escape. Discover her expert tips for finding the perfect city to explore and uncovering hidden local gems. And, of course, Colleen shares her favorite Scottsdale dining experiences and cuisine, including sweet maple-crusted pretzel French toast!     Listen in for Colleen's top travel tips and tricks so you can stay nourished and comfortable while you travel. Plus, she explains how to stay tuned into your body's hunger and fullness cues while indulging in exciting local culinary experiences—because it's all about finding balance while living life to the fullest.    Thanks for the great recommendations for this trip—don't forget to share your thoughts with us via DMs and YOUR recommendations for my upcoming trip to New York.     Key Takeaways: Why you should take a break from your to-do list—how to plan a fulfilling two to three-day trip for a refreshing change of pace. Don't let hunger (or overeating) derail you!—Larger meals VS being able to snack—fuel your travels with Colleen's secrets for staying full and satisfied while on the road. Top travel self-care tips for managing hunger, hydration, sleep, and digestion. What if you're new to IE? Colleen's secrets for managing self-talk and leaving guilt behind as you fully indulge in your travel experiences. The BEST local eats in Scottsdale!—Colleen dishes up a delicious recap of some of her favorite meals and must-try restaurants for an unforgettable Scottsdale vaca!   Links: 1 Week Binge Free Intuitive Eating Plan → https://nofoodrules.co/1weekbingefreeplan    Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

It's not uncommon for us to be obsessed with moving our bodies while on the diet culture treadmill until we start to feel like we hate exercise.     It makes sense that if you're trying to 'be healthy' by living a diet lifestyle while also working on improving your physical fitness, when you pivot and begin to eat intuitively, suddenly, you might not want to exercise at all.      The truth is all that obsession with “getting fit” might have left you with a nasty taste in your mouth about moving your body, and now you hate exercise (or do you?).     Movement can be super beneficial for both your physical and mental health, offering benefits such as increased energy, a boosted mood, better sleep, AND an improved sex life (I'm here for ALL of it!)     Translation: Moving your body is GOOD. And guess what? You probably don't hate exercising—you just think you do.       Listen—it's okay to have days when the movement isn't as enjoyable or doesn't feel good. Just like with our eating, we're not always going to get it right. But sometimes, it's just our motivation or our mindset that needs a little tweak.      Today on "The No Food Rules" podcast, I'm sharing why you might think you hate exercise and 4 reasons why you actually don't.      Let me be direct—exercise isn't just about reshaping our bodies. I'll share some even more motivating benefits that can be gained from getting moving.     Tune in to learn why restricting your body's energy is a double-edged sword, creative ways to get in some movement while raising the FUN factor, and why movement doesn't have to be done for a certain amount of time (or at a gym) for it to count as exercise.      In this episode, I'm also sharing my easy recipe for a change of pace—easy, fun breakfast sandwiches that are a cinch to make and can be eaten for ANY meal or snack.      Plus, I'm examining how different personality types recharge their batteries—being at home or getting out and getting social. I'll share which one moves my needle, and I'd love to hear about what works for you. Reach out via the DMs and share how you recharge, what motivates you to move, and your comments on this episode.      Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively:  https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join      Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

Social media often presents intuitive eating as simply giving yourself permission to indulge in foods like cookies and donuts, which can be misleading.     While it's true that intuitive eating involves giving yourself permission to enjoy all foods without guilt or shame, it's not just about mindlessly consuming junk food.     However, as we navigate this journey, we may find ourselves swinging too far in the opposite direction and indulging in these foods excessively while never touching a salad.      That said, not dieting is definitely a step in the right direction, and it's something to celebrate.      Go you!     But it's not necessarily true intuitive eating.      Intuitive eating is a more dynamic process that goes beyond just eating as much as you want and includes listening to your thoughts, emotions, and especially your body's signals.      A lot of people don't realize this. So, they get stuck in just not dieting instead of ever fully embarking on an intuitive eating journey.     Today, I'm going to get a little ranty as there are some things on my mind that I would like to put out into the universe as I‌ know how frustrating it can be to be stuck in the ping-pong back-and-forth cycle of restrictive dieting and binge eating that many people experience.      In this podcast episode, I hope to clear up some of the misinformation about intuitive eating floating around on social media and provide some encouragement and truth from a registered dietitian who has personally experienced it.      Listen in to learn why when transitioning to intuitive eating, it's crucial to consider nutrition to undo the damage of dieting, regain hunger and fullness cues, and establish a healthy relationship with food to promote better physical health. Then, take this quick quiz to help you find out if you are eating intuitively or just not dieting, and check out my one-week plan to help you get those hunger and fullness cues back BEFORE adopting a “No Food Rules” lifestyle.      In this episode, I'm also exploring the difference between a true lack of time and a lack of flexibility that may be preventing you from pursuing self-care and interests outside of work. I'll discuss ways to cut through the noise and make time for the things that enrich your life, so you can find more joy in the moment while recharging to avoid burnout.      I'd love to hear from YOU, the listeners. Reach out via the DMs with your comments on this episode.      Resources discussed: [QUIZ!] Are you actually eating intuitively or just not dieting? → https://nofoodrules.co/IEQuiz    1 Week Binge Free Intuitive Eating Plan → https://nofoodrules.co/1weekbingefreeplan    The Lazy Genius Podcast- 7 Kinds Of Rest → https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/kindsofrest      Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

Weight Watchers, meal replacement shakes, the 100 Calorie Packs, and those celebrity fitness gurus leading us through DVD workout after workout.      Ah, the 2000s. Good times! Good times!     We'd fuel up on 200 calories or fewer and then expect to go out and live our lives to the fullest while walking around with the amount of food in our bodies that we'd expect a toddler to eat.      We've all been there, and most of us tried it ALL… and a lot of us have the unhealthy obsessions (and the dusty stack of workout DVDs with toned body instructors shouting, "burn that butter"—if you know, you know!) to prove it, only to feel defeated when we couldn't stick to it.     Guess what? We were all set up for failure! The diet industry of the 2000s was gaslighting us and feeding us false promises.      But you're not alone!     Today, Nicole and I are breaking down the disordered diet trends of the aughts that left us feeling miserable, hungry, and unhappy.      We're sharing our own personal experiences and providing a safe space for you, our listeners, while offering hope because no matter how long you've carried it around, it is possible to undo the damage from past diet trends and become an intuitive eater.     Join us for a casual chat with two dietitians about the colors we wear, the power of pausing to understand our cravings, and alternative ways to fulfill them (without relying on food). Plus, we'll share a controversial method of intuitive eating that's been making waves in the SociEATy.     Let's dive into a casual conversation and leave the 2000s diet trauma behind!     Did we miss any of the 2000s diet traumas? We'd love to hear from YOU, the listeners. Reach out via the DMs with your comments.      Join The SociEATy & STOP Dieting, Ditch Your Food Rules & Learn How To Eat Intuitively  https://nofoodrules.co/PodcastJoin     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en     Resources discussed: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/the-color-of-your-clothes-matters-feat-lindsey-myers/

We all know that we can't control the people around us, just like we can't control the thoughts that enter our minds. But we can choose how we navigate, interact with, and manage our thoughts.     When we're feeling negative, stressed, or just not present, it might be a sign that we need to make changes in our lives.      And sometimes, our gut tells us we need a little help managing our thoughts and actions.      That's where therapy can enter the scene, as it can be a game changer to have an ally in our corner who can help us navigate life's challenges so we can make progress in those areas we might be struggling with for a more harmonious life.      ​​But making the financial commitment to therapy and then finding the right person to understand who you are and what you are facing in your life can be a challenge.     It can be helpful to hear from someone who has taken the plunge, persevered with it, and is willing to share their experience.     Today I'm sharing the behind-the-scenes and the lessons I've learned after a year of therapy. I'll walk you through my three tips for finding the right therapist, including the questions to ask and the importance of "dating around" until you find the right fit FOR YOU.      I'll share some of the tools my therapist and I have used in our time together that might be helpful as you work to get to the root of things you're struggling with, as well as the visible reminders I use that help me stay focused.      I'll walk you through Brené Brown's valuable resource, the "List of Values," which can assist you in determining and utilizing your two fundamental values as a filter for making decisions.     Listen in to discover the importance of practicing self-compassion. I'll share an exercise from the book "The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself" by Kristen Neff that involves mindfulness and physical touch (hand on heart) to calm emotions and reactions.     Finally, I'll introduce you to the concept of "three doorways" in self-compassion as a tool for dealing with difficult emotions to get you out of your head and back into the moment.      Listen in for some encouragement on finding the right support for your mental health, which can profoundly affect your journey toward a happier and more balanced life.     FREE DOWNLOAD → The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules:  https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide    Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en    Resources Discussed:  Find a Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor - Psychology Today  Dare to Lead | List of Values - Brené Brown Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself 

When we feel like we've tried everything, but the pounds just won't budge, we often begin a desperate search for that ONE thing to help us overcome our struggles.     As 2023 dawned, suddenly everywhere you looked, you saw jaw-dropping, post-holiday body-remaking results in the pictures and videos of the stars and the tiktokkers, and soon the rumors were rampant.     The word on the socials is that the type 2 diabetes drug, Ozempic, is the secret to the slimming success of everyone from Kim (hey-she did fit into Marilyn's iconic dress) to Tesla/Twitter Mogul Elon Musk.     And recently, a few big names started to spill the tea by dropping the BIG O hashtag—#Ozempic—in their Transformation Tuesday posts and click-bait headlines, driving your interest.     So much so that suddenly, Ozempic testimonies appeared on your TikTok FYP (daily). I mean, it sounds great, right? And when has diet culture ever led you astray (like every time!)?     But a lower number on the scale doesn't always translate to health. And there are side effects (not to mention long-term consequences) of these "magic" methods that the social media darlings would never show you—because that's not sexy!     So how can you make an informed decision about medical treatments for weight loss to determine if they are right for you? And how does all this play into intuitive eating?     In this episode, Nicole and I are sitting down for an honest chat about medical weight loss methods like Ozempic, the medical community's shocking attitude toward weight loss, and why expert guidance from someone you can trust is essential—because losing your health is too high of a price to pay to lose a few pounds.     We'll walk you through the questions you must ask yourself before trying Ozempic, and we'll share real experiences from some SociEATy members who've embarked on medical weight loss treatments in the past.   Listen in also for a casual chat and some BTS wisdom from two dietitians on how to do a self-care assessment and use practical hunger to ensure your energy needs are met when life things like illness, loss of sleep, and hormones affect your ability to eat intuitively.     Plus, we'll share a sneak peek into some topics that Nicole and I will be chatting about in upcoming episodes.     I'd love to hear what YOU, the listeners, think about the show. Reach out via the DMs with your comments and questions, and as always, thanks for listening!     Join The SociEATy & STOP Dieting, Ditch Your Food Rules & Learn How To Eat Intuitively https://nofoodrules.co/PodcastJoin     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

What's the #1 thing most people skip that makes them feel intuitive eating isn't working for them? Click now to discover the missing piece + PLUSs my FREE 1-Week Eating Plan and tips to help you eat without food rules. https://go.colleenchristensennutrition.com/1-week-binge-free-plan/     Do you set strict goals for yourself and become upset when they are not met, including in regard to your food choices and meal plans?     The truth is, when the reality of a holiday, vacation, or intuitive eating experience fails to match the pictures you had in your head or falls short of your ideal; it can lead to a letdown.     Being ambitious and setting goals is great. And having expectations isn't bad, but harboring disappointment about how things turn out can lead you to want to throw in the towel and start living with a "whatever" attitude, which will never pave the way to your dream life.     Newsflash, the struggle is real, and you're not alone. We talk a lot about this topic in the SociEATy.     So how can you learn to manage your expectations so you are not wholly derailed when things don't turn out the way you plan?     In this episode, I'm sharing the honest and unfiltered truth of two recent experiences where I had high expectations, but the reality left me feeling let down and the breakthrough conversation that helped me change my mindset.     Listen in as I walk you through how to avoid getting sucked into the suck when you veer from your intuitive eating plan.     I share some of the strategies I use with SociEATy members to help them set intuitive eating goals, get results, and manage expectations when setbacks, such as bingeing, occur. (The reality is we're human, and they can. That's normal). Plus, how you can get support when they do.     Truth bomb, goals are integral to achieving what we want in life! So let's dive into learning how to control our emotions when things do not go as planned to achieve more success with intuitive eating and in ALL aspects of our lives.     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en

Food Rules are much more than what you do or do not eat. Take the Quiz and find out if your eating habits are truly healthy or if you've got harmful food rules that will backfire! https://nofoodrules.co/takethequiz     People often keep their eating disorders hidden from public view, and this is especially common for males, where a colossal stigma about the topic still exists.     But one in three people suffering from an eating disorder is male, so it's time for that to change.     Today, Bobby Kasmire joins me to discuss the power of social media to confront eating disorder stigmas.   Bobby has a B.S. in Nutrition and a passion for bringing awareness to male eating disorders as he navigates his way through Intuitive Eating.     In this episode, Bobby shares the personal story of how coming clean with his inner circle about his food struggles compelled him to share his story on a bigger stage and how he's getting real with his more than 250K followers on TikTok to bring true transparency to the stigma surrounding male eating disorders.   Listen in as we discuss the behind-the-scenes story of the video Bobby almost didn't share and how having it garner over 5 million views solidified his charge to raise awareness about eating disorders as a male voice in a mostly female-dominated space.   We discuss how he comes up with his content and what he considers the key to connecting with his audience in order to make a difference in people's lives.     Plus, he shares three pieces of advice that listeners can implement right now to improve their relationship with food and what's next in his journey.     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Follow Bobby On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobbykazz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJlkK_6q8G8nVgEpDkovMzQ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bobbykazz     Episode Links: Getting Food Rules Out of Our Systems with Colleen on The Bobby PodKazz

FREE 1 Week Eating Plan + can't skip tips to get you on your way to intuitive eating—without binges! https://go.colleenchristensennutrition.com/1-week-binge-free-plan/     So often, when discussing how they eat, people will declare themselves in one of two camps, I'm restrictive, or I binge—often swinging from one side of the pendulum to the other.     News flash: being a dietitian doesn't always solve all your food issues. Sometimes, having all that information about how food works rolling around in your brain can lead to obsessive thoughts about …you guessed it, FOOD which can lead to binging and subsequently guilt and shame you don't feel you can share with anyone.     That was the experience of my guest today. But she faced it all down and is now living out her passion for helping and guiding others as a member of the SociEATy team.     I'm so excited for this episode and to introduce you to Nicole. If you are in the SociEATy, you know who I'm talking about. She is the QUEEN of our SociEATy Facebook Group, the peanut butter to my jelly, and everyone's number-one cheerleader.     Nicole is a Registered Dietitian from Pittsburgh, Pa. After struggling her way through disordered eating; she found her passion in helping others navigate their way through Intuitive Eating and live their lives to the fullest!     In this episode, Nicole and I have an honest and vulnerable discussion about the shame and embarrassment she felt as a dietitian who didn't know how to eat and how she went from feeling like a fraud to facing her food issues head-on to now helping others navigate their Intuitive Eating journey through the SociEATy community.     We discuss the difficulty in getting into the intuitive part of Intuitive Eating and the impact of things like the number on the scale, activity trackers, and even pregnancy if you have body image issues. Plus, how to get the tools and support you need in your Intuitive Eating toolbox.     Listen in for a casual chat between two gal pals with a unique skill set that can help you learn to avoid binge eating and even move on from restricting to live your best Intuitive Eating life.     New Year, New Episodes—I'd love to hear what YOU, the listeners, want to hear about on the show. Reach out via DM with your ideas, and as always, thanks for listening!     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en     Episode Links: I ‘failed' at intuitive eating so you don't have to https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/episode-104/ Desire to Binge on a Scale of 1-10? Zero. [feat. anne-sophie] https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/desire-to-binge-on-a-scale-of-1-10-zero-feat-anne-sophie/

Last Chance To Join The SociEATy! Price Is Increasing! https://nofoodrules.co/JoinTheSociEATyMembership   Almost everyone has a story about how they began 'dieting.' Maybe you are a stress eater who found yourself in a restrict then binge cycle, causing you to become obsessed with what you should and should not eat. Or perhaps you've found yourself in a situation where things felt out of control, so you hyper-fixated on your eating because that seemed like something you could control.   No matter how it began, your dieting may have started off innocently enough, but now that relationship with food is dictating ALL of your decisions. Can you relate?   But guess what? There's another way. A way where you can feel fired and INSPIRED—even hopeful about your relationship with food—and there's a community waiting to support you on your journey because everything is better with friends.   If you want to make 2023 the year you FINALLY feel in control around food again, listen to this episode.   Today, I'm introducing you to 3 fab gal pals, Amrita, Beth, and Micaela, who were fed up with living their lives around made-up toxic diet culture 'food rules,' so they decided to do something about it.   In this episode, each of these fabulous ladies will share their story about the light bulb moment that made them decide there had to be a better way to approach food and why each of them decided to embark on their own intuitive eating path.   We discuss why sometimes diving into the water of intuitive eating takes more than one attempt, some of the pitfalls they ran into along the way, and how success is better shared with friends who can help make the challenges less challenging, help you laugh at yourself, AND help you feel less alone in your journey. Plus, my special insight into the REAL difference between not dieting and intuitive eating.   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: The New Year No Diet [Part One]: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/episode-102/ The New Year No Diet [Part Two]: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/episode-103/

It's time to join the New Year, No Diet Challenge! https://nofoodrules.co/NewYearNoDietChallenge   Join The SociEATy [$900 in free New Year Bonuses!]: https://nofoodrules.co/JoinTheSociEATyMembership   Intuitive eating can be great and for a lot of people, the answer is throwing Diet Culture out the window. But there are some big mistakes that people make when they try to eat intuitively. And in all honesty, there's a lot of misinformation on social media that is not only unhelpful, but could be harmful.   But guess what. I made these mistakes already.   I did a training on this yesterday and if you missed it, that's okay. Sign up for the New Year, No Diet Challenge (it's free!) so you can go back and watch that while also taking advantage of the next 9 days of support that is also included.   This episode isn't really about intuitive eating and why it's so great. It's about my experience making the mistakes that are common with intuitive eating, especially in the beginning. And because I'm talking about my personal story, this episode has a little bit of a trigger warning. I'm talking about binge-eating and restriction and sometimes, that comes with some baggage maybe you're not ready for… and that's okay.   So once you're ready, here are the three biggest mistakes people make when they try to eat intuitively and how I realized through my own personal experience that these things were definitely not helping me.   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: The New Year No Diet Challenge: https://nofoodrules.co/NewYearNoDietChallenge

It's time to join the New Year, No Diet Challenge!  https://nofoodrules.co/NewYearNoDietChallenge   Happy almost New Year! With a new year coming up quickly, it's time for New Year's resolutions, and that term either has you feeling exhilarated or stressed. So in this episode, we're talking a lot about resolutions and how we can actually make them work.   Did you know that only 4% of New Year's resolutions are actually achieved? With so many people giving up on their resolutions, the second Friday in January is actually called Quitter's Day! That's not very encouraging…   Now, don't feel bad if you want to set a goal because you totally can. It's okay to focus on being your healthiest and happiest self in 2023, but it's important to make sure we don't invite Diet Culture in. And that can be a struggle because this time of year, Diet Culture has its claws out in full force!   So today, we're honing in on five different things you can focus on in the new year. Not resolutions. Just things you can focus on. And to help get the ball rolling, there's a new challenge ready for you to start on January 2nd. It's called the New Year, No Diet Challenge and it is absolutely free and includes exclusive access to a 1-hour training session, the New Year, No Diet workbook, and 10 days of support. It's designed to help you ditch diets without freefalling into binges.   Let's make 2023 the year you finally feel in control around food and leave Quitter's Day for the quitters!   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: The New Year No Diet Challenge: https://nofoodrules.co/NewYearNoDietChallenge

2023 is almost here… and it's filled with so much promise. As January inches closer, perhaps some of you are dreaming of ditching your diet, but you're worried about losing control around food.   You want to live (and eat) differently, but the idea of having no food rules gives you major anxiety. Perhaps you've tried going diet free, but you ended up bingeing. Or maybe you're still trying to work up the courage to ditch your diet, and you could use some support from a trained mentor on your journey who has been where you are.    That's ME! I've been in your shoes. I've experienced the anxiety and stress of trying to ditch the diet culture.  And I can promise you, getting from where you are to where you want to be is NOT easy, but it IS possible.     So, how can you start the new year by kicking the diet to the curb and learning how to eat mindfully with a community of like-minded people on the same journey and training and insight from someone who has been where you are?   In this episode, I am sharing all the behind-the-scenes details about my FREE kick-off to 2023 New Year No Diet Challenge.    If you've been a follower for a while, you know my challenges not only include ALL the training and tools you need to get on the right path but also an inspiring community wrapped around you for support.    Speaking of support, during the show, I will be introducing you to a few of your NEW New Year, No Diet Besties: Brooke, Micaela, Amrita, Bailee, Julia, and Beth. You will hear from each of them in their own words about how the challenge helped them jump off the diet roller coaster, stop allowing food to control their lives, and FINALLY be free of all the diet culture garbage. Plus, listen in to hear their WINS along the way. I guarantee their words will inspire you.    Girl! I created this challenge for Y-O-U! I cannot wait to help you learn to ditch diets & stay in control around food and get your freakin' life back! But I only do this ONCE a year. So, sign up TODAY to reserve your spot. And stay tuned as next week I'll share part TWO of how to start your 2023 diet FREE!   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Introducing the New Year, No Diet Challenge: https://nofoodrules.co/NewYearNoDietChallenge

But here's the truth, it's a false sense of control, AND it probably has nothing to do with your weight.   In this episode, I'm interrupting the diet culture nonsense blaring the "you're gonna gain holiday weight" message everywhere you look with evidence-supported facts. Hey, I'm a numbers girl who wants to cut through all the fluffy stuff to tell you how your body works so you can dump the food rules and give it what it needs.   We'll discuss why you might be more aware of your weight than usual right now and how fixating our thoughts on our eating sets us up to eat more.   Listen in as I drop a truth bomb about what factors play into our overall health. Plus, three things that might happen when you start your intuitive eating journey and some tools I use with SociEATy members to help you influence your health at the ground level.   The new year is looming, and weight is a big topic. What if things could be different for you in the new year? They can! Tune in to my next episode to hear what I'm cooking up so you can start the new year in January in control around food without a diet!   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: Weight Gain During Intuitive Eating (Part 1) [feat. Megan Olson] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-gain-during-intuitive-eating-part-1-feat-megan-olson/id1555103494?i=1000523755828 Weight Maintenance During Intuitive Eating (Part 2) [feat. Lily Tanner] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-maintenance-during-intuitive-eating-part-2-feat/id1555103494?i=1000523892718 Weight Loss During Intuitive Eating (Part 3) [feat. Lisa Wagman & Vanessa Blais] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-loss-during-intuitive-eating-part-3-feat-lisa/id1555103494?i=1000524050240 Your Guide to Intuitive Eating & Weight: https://nofoodrules.co/IEandWeight

Episode 100! Can you believe it?    I'm so thankful for all of my listeners. I don't take it lightly that you choose to give me your time each week and listen in.  Because you've all been so loyal in tuning into the show, I really wanted to do something fun and memorable for this milestone episode.    Whether you are a loyal listener who tunes in every week or you've just discovered the show, today I wanted to provide an opportunity for you to get to know me better and have a little fun along the way. So, I opened my Instagram to questions, and let's just say you didn't hold back. You guys wanted all the juicy tidbits and a behind-the-scenes look at all the things.   For this special 100th episode, I decided to do an unfiltered Q & A of the most-asked listener questions about me. Today I'm answering your questions directly and sharing everything from how I met my husband, Joe, my educational and vocational background, the spur-of-the-moment decision that led to us finding our furry family member, Theo, to what my family REALLY thinks of what I do now. I'm sharing some transparency about everything, from my negative body image thoughts (YES, I have them) and how I deal with them to whether (or not) my husband and I are going to be starting a family.  I'm peeling back the curtain on my struggle with bulimia and how my greatest fear became the motivational catalyst I needed to help me recover and inspired my work today.  So, let's get to dishing!   Trigger warning: I talk about my history with an eating disorder. I will also talk about having/not having kids and that choice. If these are not topics you feel you can listen to or talk about right now, that is okay. Feel free to skip this episode. Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en    Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join   Episode Links: Everything Enneagram! How It Helps You Discover YOU [feat. Abbey Howe] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everything-enneagram-how-it-helps-you-discover-you/id1555103494?i=1000586241876   The Chocolate Cake Incident… https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chocolate-cake-incident/id1555103494?i=1000567238996

We talk a lot about body image, but do we really know what it is? It's a tough question because a lot of us might have been “sitting in the suck” for so long that it's hard not to have a negative bias about body image when we look at ourselves in the mirror.   Simply put, “sitting in the suck” sucks. So what can we do about it?   You guys, you're in for a real treat with this episode. I've been such a long-time follower of my guest, Brianna (Bri) Campos, LPC. I'm always directing people to her Instagram account.   Bri is a licensed mental health counselor based in New Jersey. She is a body image educator and the founder of Body Image With Bri where she is passionate about all things body image and practices through the lenses of Health at Every Size® and Intuitive Eating—she is going to be one of your new favorite accounts, I can already tell! Utilizing a weight-inclusive approach, she combines her clinical skills and lived experience to teach others how to maneuver through their own unique body image journeys.   In this episode, we'll get to know everything about this die-hard Jersey girl's approach to the body-image conversation. We'll chat about body grief, what it means, and why it's more like an archaeological dig instead of a journey, when to confront friends and family about body health, addressing medical fat phobia in the healthcare system, and more!   So throw on your favorite cheetah print jacket and let's dig ourselves out of the suck! 5 Step Guide Ad: FREE DOWNLOAD → The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules: https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Follow Brianna On: Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri   Episode Links: Medical Fat Phobia: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medical-fatphobia-with-ragen-chastain/id1514443684?i=1000559305633 Healing the Medical Narrative: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-the-medical-narrative/id1514443684?i=1000559323662

All right, you guys, it's that time again. Sleigh bells are ringing, the kitchen foods are cooking, and Keto Karen stands before you at the dessert table in her trendy low-cut jeans talking about her new fad diet she's losing so much weight on. (We all have a Keto Karen in our family!)   That can only mean one thing: it's the holiday season! This is the time of year many folks on their food journeys can have a difficult time navigating. There are different foods, different atmospheres, different dynamics, and different stressors; there are so many things that don't happen in the same way throughout the rest of the year that it's no wonder why this time of year can feel so hard.   But here's the deal, you guys, it's normal for it to be hard every time we encounter a new experience. It doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong, it's just different.   That's what I wanted to talk about today. We're going to talk all about the top 5 tips on how to have a truly healthy (and guilt-free) holiday season. So let's get to work on our diet culture suit of armor and focus on the physical, biological, and mental preparations so we can enjoy the gooey goodness and chips without falling off the path of our food journey.   And don't worry about taking notes, I did that for you already and linked them in the show notes!   Free Healthy Holiday Eating Tips Download: https://nofoodrules.co/HealthyHolidayEating   Episode Sponsor: Use code NoFoodRules (all one word) for 15% off your order of Safe and Fair Granola (the Birthday Cake flavor is my fav!): https://www.safeandfair.com/discount/nofoodrules   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: Get the free ebook here: https://nofoodrules.co/HealthyHolidayEating Colleen's thoughts on cyclical trends: https://www.instagram.com/p/CkrDwkLJzaD/

Have you ever wondered why we come home after a long day at work and binge an entire season of Gilmore Girls?  Sure, we have to give kudos to the show for being amazing, but that doesn't explain our own need to unwind.   It turns out the reasons why we do things aren't always the same even if the outcomes are.     As many of you who follow me on social media have probably guessed, I've been digging more into Enneagrams lately.  (It turns out, I'm a Type 3: Achiever, who'da thunk it?)   Many of you have asked me more about Enneagrams and are wondering why it's beneficial, so today I'm happy to sit virtually with one of my more recent Instagram follows, Abbey Howe.  Because many in my audience specifically deal with disordered eating and dieting, I wanted to bring Abbey onto the podcast so we might learn more about how knowing our Enneagram numbers might play into our motivations around our food goals.   You can do all of the work on the food side of things, but you have to understand why you started your food journey in the first place.  You are getting something from your disordered eating that you feel like you need.  It's filling a void, and I think that understanding your Enneagram number can help guide you to what is that void.   So who is this Abbey gal, you might ask? Abbey Howe is a Certified Enneagram Coach with the goal of helping you discover YOU! She uses the Enneagram to deepen relationships with herself and others and she hopes to share that with her community as well.      We'll learn what an Enneagram is, why it's important to know your Enneagram number, how it compares to other types of tests, and more!   Everyone has a number, so listen in and learn more about how an Enneagram can help you discover YOU!   5 Step Guide Ad FREE DOWNLOAD → The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules: https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: Get Your Free Typing Guide! https://adept-author-914.ck.page/eb4856d84f Book: The Road Back To You https://www.amazon.com/Road-Back-You-Enneagram-Self-Discovery/dp/0830846190/ Book: The Honest Enneagram https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Enneagram-Sarajane-Case/dp/1524854026/   Follow Abbey Howe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Enneagramwithabbey/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Enneagramwithabbey/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbey_howe

What do Target, journaling, and tater tot casseroles have in common? They're all life-changing, of course!    Today, I wanted to do something a little bit different for this episode. This time around, we'll try something a little more timely, casual, and chatty. I don't know about you, but I love listening to podcasts that are a bit more casual. Be sure to let me know what you think!   We'll start with a short “timely talk about a timely topic”. That's right, let's go full Midwest and talk about chowing down on a delicious tater tot casserole!  It's so freaking delicious, you guys, I love it so much! But alas, all good things and dinners must end, and that's the point of my timely topic today: The sadness of saying “enough.”   Then we'll move on to the real meat and tater tots of the conversation: journaling. I talk about this all the time with members, journaling is life-changing, even if it's literally just writing things down.    But what is journaling beyond that? Why should someone want to journal in the first place? How do you get started? I'm going to answer these questions with my own experiences and stories, and as every good story starts…we'll start it with a trip to Target! (Seriously, what bad stories start with a trip to Target?)   We'll talk about all the things you need to know about journaling and give you very tangible steps for how to get into it. It may not seem very exciting at first, but let's see if I can change your mind after listening to this episode. I might even read an excerpt or two from my own journal!   Episode Sponsor: Use code NoFoodRules (all one word) for 15% off your order of Safe and Fair Granola (the Birthday Cake flavor is my fav!): https://www.safeandfair.com/discount/nofoodrules   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links: Why [& How!] I Cut Back On Caffeine Without Any Withdrawalhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cqlken-Dhzw

I'm a big fidgeter.  You'd never know it, but I have one of those pop-it balls that I put to good use on calls.  That pop-pop-pop…you guys, it's just a great way to channel some energy, ya know? Hey, I struggle with normal human things too!   And here's the deal, there are a lot of normal humans out there that are in the same boat.  Maybe they tap their feet under their desk to keep their focus on what they should be focusing on.  Maybe they get hyper-focused on tasks and forget to eat all day, or maybe they get really bored and just start snacking and snacking.   Sound familiar?     You guys, I'm really excited about today's topic because like my pop-it ball this topic is one that has been “popping up” so much lately, it's ADHD.  In this episode, I have my ADHD guru—my go-to gal—Becca King.     So who is this Becca gal?   Becca King is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from Charlotte, North Carolina. As an adult with ADHD who struggled for years with disordered eating, Becca is passionate about helping other adults with ADHD who struggle with binge eating, chronic dieting, and body image issues find food freedom and improve their self-esteem. She uses the Principles of Intuitive Eating and a weight-inclusive approach to nutrition for ADHD in her virtual practice.   I think this episode is going to be really valuable whether you struggle with ADHD personally or not.  We'll cover what ADHD is in grown-up terms, why women often get misdiagnosed (or diagnosed late), what to do to get it under control, the relationship between ADHD and food, and more!     You'll love her, I know it.  So no more need to linger, let's pop on over to the interview with Becca!   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Adapting Intuitive Eating for Neurodivergent People: https://www.rdsforneurodiversity.com/blog/adapting-intuitive-eating-for-neurodivergent-people    Follow Becca On: Website: https://adhdnutritionistllc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd.nutritionist/

It's time we address the elephant in the room, specifically the cake and the chocolates and the popcorn sitting in the pantry luring us in with those sweet smells of deliciousness. But then, PING, the mental notification from diet culture reminds us to walk away and go back to eating our celery sticks.   But you guys, the issue isn't with avoiding all of that carby goodness in the pantry, and in this episode, we're literally going to break down why. This episode is literally going to be a step-by-step guide for those of you wanting to work on your relationship with food, learn to eat more intuitively, and get out of the grasp of diet culture.   And better yet, this episode is super actionable, I wanted to lay it all out for you. I am going to give you the exact 5 steps you need to become an intuitive eater. Are these steps super sexy? Probably not, but they're sustainable and they're exactly what you need.   I'm so happy you all are joining me on this episode, I'm literally talking with my hands, that's how excited I am! This one's a big deal. These steps are everything I wish I would have known when I was first starting out on my food journey.   Don't forget - if you know someone who is going through their own intuitive eating journey, if they don't know what it is, whether they are your cheerleader or not, send this episode to them. No matter who they are, everyone is special! But, no one is so special that they're the one person that this framework will not work for. It's flexible to everyone and to what everyone needs.   And don't forget, we have all of the notes for this episode already written out for you in the resources below. So download those notes and be ready to pause this episode between each step, we're going to take out diet culture one step at a time!   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en Episode Links: FREE DOWNLOAD → The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules: https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide

For a lot of us growing up, we might assume what we're going through is the same as everyone else. It's no big deal, right? So what if I'm feeling nervous or panicky or stressed, this is what everyone must be going through.   But here's the deal, you guys, “normal” is just something we say sometimes to write off what we're actually experiencing. Anxiety hit me like a brick wall when I was in high school, and at the time, I wrote it off as “normal.” And as you might expect, food started to control my life.   So today, I want to introduce to you a few versions of myself, past and present: “High School Colleen”, “College Colleen”, and yours truly, “Today Colleen.” We'll chat about how my journey began with anxiety, what has helped me deal with it, and how it looks today.   You should know I feel very good today about how I have to manage my anxiety, so I hope sharing my journey can help someone also going through it. Maybe it will help you feel a little bit seen in some way, maybe it gives you some tips. In the end, don't feel like you're not worth getting help for especially if you have access to it. You have to want to put in the work, but you guys, it's so worth it!   So let's journey back and see when and how my anxiety began (cue the Wayne's World flashback sequence)!   Trigger warning, I'm going to discuss my experience with mental health, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Feel free to skip this episode if you don't feel like you're ready for it or if you don't think it will serve you.   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en Episode Sponsor: Use code NoFoodRules (all one word) for 15% off your order of Safe and Fair Granola (the Birthday Cake flavor is my fav!): https://www.safeandfair.com/discount/nofoodrules   Episode Links: How CBD Works https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/how-cbd-works-feat-maia-reed-of-equilibria/

Who are you beyond your body? Maybe the golden child? Maybe not. A lot of us can get tripped up looking in the mirror and wishing we looked different. It happens to all of us from time to time. But here's the deal: our bodies are such a small part of who we are. You are more than what you see in the mirror!   It's time to throw out those negative vibes, strap on our muck boots, and start marching out of that dark place because there's a lot of gunk to go through before getting to our inner rays of sunshine.   And speaking of, our guest is a literal ray of sunshine wrapped up in a human body. Jaimmy Koroma is THE self-love and self-care QUEEN! In this episode, Jaimmy shares her story of learning to love her body throughout the journey and inspiring everyone else to do the same. Her social media accounts are a must-follow for anyone working to improve their body image.   So sit back and relax, or maybe strap on a fanny pack and visor and go for a walk (when did going for walks become so cool anyway?), and start enjoying your life!   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/ Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Sponsor: FREE DOWNLOAD → The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules: https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide   Episode Links: The color of your clothes matters! https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/the-color-of-your-clothes-matters-feat-lindsey-myers/   Follow Jaimmy Koroma Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jaimmykoroma/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/JaimmyKoroma TIKTOK https://www.tiktok.com/@jaimmykoroma?lang=en

What does eating for two even mean…is taking a prenatal enough? And what about sushi…caffeine…or even deli meat…what's safe? Do you need to bid farewell to your favorite foods as soon as you get pregnant…or is this the free-for-all-eat for two? In today's podcast episode, we meet Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, registered dietitian and founder of The Prenatal Nutrition Library, your one-stop shop for all things nutrition before and during pregnancy. You'll learn just how early you can start boosting your nutrition status as well as how to get a plan in place before pregnancy so that you're better able to ride the waves of symptoms and cravings…all while nourishing your little baby-to-be.   Health is not just physical - it is mental too - and eating well for preconception and pregnancy needs to honor both. Your decisions may not match what your friend chooses for pregnancy and that is 100% normal and 100% okay. Your body is amazing - it has the blueprint - it knows what to do. You can eat the Oreos. You can eat the watermelon.   Let's banish blanket statements that aren't accurate and celebrate that progress (and weight gain) is not linear. And if you're inspired to try eating sardines after listening to today's episode, be sure to tag Ryann and Colleen on Instagram!   Free E-book: The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules (& The 5 Most Common Missteps!) https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Ryann On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prenatalnutritionist/?hl=en Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/prenatalnutritionist/_created/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPK9DcrtBq4NNCqy_hlqwRw   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=e   Episode links: Join The Prenatal Nutrition Library - https://new.theprenatalnutritionlibrary.com/   You may also like: Getting started with gentle nutrition: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/getting-started-with-gentle-nutrition/

Limited Time Enrollment For Non-Diet-y Nutrition School! Click Here to Enroll: https://nofoodrules.co/JoinNDNSchool   When you are no longer held captive by diets, how much better can your life be? The benefits just keep giving…in the kitchen, in your relationships…and even in your closet!   In today's episode, we meet Denise Wood. She is an intuitive eater who has truly mastered non-diet-y nutrition. Denise has never met a combination of chocolate and peanut butter she doesn't love and finds joy in simple pleasures—a twirly skirt, a bunch of fresh tulips, and a good hair day—to name a few.   You'll get to see how the benefits of mastering non-diet-y nutrition as an intuitive eater can spill over into the rest of your life.   Denise will share how important Non-Diet-y Nutrition School was for her to learn that health is both physical AND mental…and how much her previous diets were sapping her mental health. Non-Diet-y Nutrition School helps intuitive eaters to eat in a way that feels good. Without going back to tracking, counting, measuring, or obsessing! You'll liberate yourself from diets; take your power back and get to a place where food AND nutrition are fun again. You are worth loving and taking care of yourself.   Not ready for Non-Diet-y Nutrition School? Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively and get to a place where you will be!: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=e   You may also like: How & Why I Created a Daily Uniform: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/how-why-i-created-a-daily-uniform/   Beauty Redefined [feat. Dr. Lindsay Kite]: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/body-image-podcasts-2/   The Color of Your Clothes Matters! [feat. Lindsey Myers]: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/the-color-of-your-clothes-matters-feat-lindsey-myers/  

You've been waiting for this....The doors of Non-diet-y Nutrition School are officially open! And that makes me feel like a kid on the first day of school.   This 6 week course is where I walk you through everything you need to know about nutrition from a non-diet perspective. It's structured unlike any other course out there. I designed it to help you FEEL the difference with implementing nutrition and it's set up to be completely customizable to your needs.   Gentle nutrition is KEY to your intuitive eating, non diet journey. Especially if you're thinking “I let myself eat whatever but I don't FEEL good” then this if for you. Implementing gentle nutrition is also key for finding your stable set point weight, the weight your body wants to be and functions optimally at. No more up and downs or “weight cycling” as it's called!   Doors are ONLY open until Friday, September 30th. All these juicy bonuses disappear then, too. And next time we open the doors to Non-diet-y Nutrition School, the price WILL go up.   So don't wait to join us! If this sounds even at all interesting to you pause this podcast right now and click the link in the show notes to learn more. If you miss out on this opportunity you'll be kicking yourself. I know it's just what you need to take your intuitive eating journey full circle!   ENROLL IN NON-DIET-Y NUTRITION SCHOOL → https://nofoodrules.co/JoinNDNSchool

Sign up for Non-Diet-y Nutrition school here: https://nofoodrules.co/JoinNDNSchool   Are you ready to rumble…with gentle nutrition?   In this week's episode, Colleen walks you through exactly what to expect from her Non-Diet-y Nutrition School, her 6-week online program for Intuitive Eaters ready to implement Gentle Nutrition in a big and bold way. In this live coaching program – which is only offered twice a year – Colleen walks you through the structure and steps that empower you to make real progress with Intuitive Eating. The skills you'll learn here will help you to make empowered and informed choices around eating…without feeling diet-y, restricted, or obsessed!    You'll learn when choosing the salad is gentle nutrition…and when is it going back to the “dark side” of diet culture? You'll feel confident as you learn your own personal portion sizes to feel energized, not sluggish. You'll learn what “processed” even means.    With The Non-Diet-y Nutrition School, you'll understand not just the “what's” about nutrition (like, veggies are good for you) but also the “why's” (veggies have fiber, phytochemicals, and help keep you hydrated). As a graduate of The Non-Diet-y Nutrition School, you'll be an informed and empowered eater. Look forward to your meals being more satisfying…and wayyyyy more fun.     Enrollment is opening this week and will only be open for a short time!! Keep your eyes peeled!   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=e   Episode Sponsor: Use code NoFoodRules (all one word) for 15% off your order of Safe and Fair Granola (the Birthday Cake flavor is my fav!): https://www.safeandfair.com/discount/nofoodrules   Episode link: Not sure if you're ready for gentle nutrition? Listen to this episode to find out! https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/podcast-87/

FREE NON-DIET-Y NUTRITION TRAINING: https://nofoodrules.co/NonDietySecrets   Is diet culture like shackles around your ankles keeping you – and your family – from finding food freedom? In today's podcast episode, we meet SociEATy member Faith J: mom of four and coffee-loving Intuitive Eater. She'll share how she says no to 100-calorie packs, diet apps, and tracking and how Sunday night meal planning is no longer the weekly stress magnet that brings her to tears. Intuitive Eating (thanks to non-diet-y nutrition) is a drama-free zone around food that makes space to make memories and build connections; she can now manage period cravings without guilt (or even much of a second thought, TBH) and has finally gotten to the bottom of her chronic headaches. She'll share how the benefits of intuitive eating and non-diet-y nutrition spilled over in her marriage and family life: the ripples just keep going. Faith also shares her top three tips for success on your journey with Intuitive Eating. (Clue: community is a huge part!)    Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/   Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=e

FREE NON-DIET-Y NUTRITION TRAINING: https://nofoodrules.co/NonDietySecrets   The biggest myth about Intuitive Eating is that it ignores nutrition…IE is just the “eat everything” diet, right?   Wrong!   So, how do you eat healthfully…without the guidelines of a diet? And how in the F do you eat in a way that supports BOTH your mental health and physical health? Enter gentle nutrition.    Diet culture would have us reduce eating to just the nutrients - vitamins, minerals, and fiber…but what about the comfort and joy and (heaven forbid) the satisfaction?   I walk my SociEATy members through five steps to get rid of diets and embrace eating in a way that is actually healthy. And while the steps may seem easy to understand on paper, they're far more difficult to work through…without an expert guide! Gentle nutrition – eating in a way that helps your body to feel good physically – isn't beginner stuff. Gorgeous, if you try to get to this step too quickly it will backfire.    This episode will make it super-duper clear if you're ready for Gentle Nutrition…or if you need to work on your IE foundation a bit more (no shame in your IE game!). Intuitive eating is a marathon, not a sprint. This jam-packed episode will walk you through how the SociEATy will launch your journey with more intention (and far less frustration).    Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/     Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=e

Have you been around the block a bit on your intuitive eating journey?        Like, this isn't new stuff to you anymore. You've broken your food rules. Cookies are no longer inhaled every 0.67 seconds. But as AMAZING as allowing all foods and honoring taste hunger feels mentally…you might not be FEELING your best physically. (I know I didn't!)        Here's what I want you to know:        You

What does it take for someone who grew up in a household of eight picky eaters – where “tuna toasted” was a staple dinner – to become a world-renowned food and recipe blogger? In today's podcast episode, we chat with Ashley Walterhouse of Fit Mitten Kitchen. Ashley has been a blogger since 2015 and her content has evolved over time from an unhealthy obsession with “health” and macros to an actual healthy relationship with eating, food, and creating mouthwatering, beautiful, and truly satisfying recipes.    We hear about the first time Ashley ate “that green stuff” (code: guacamole) when she discovered she actually loves salad (clue: it wasn't at home), and if she's gonna choose a side salad – or sweet potato fries – when enjoying a meal out. Join in on this engaging conversation about what decisions *should* influence your food choices and healthy recipes…and how to welcome satisfaction to the table.    Free E-book: The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules (& The 5 Most Common Missteps!) https://nofoodrules.co/5unskippablestepsfreeguide   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/ Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en Episode Links:   Connect with Fit Mitten Kitchen    Website: https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/   Ashley's Favorite recipes from her own blog:   Almond flour banana bread: https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/almond-flour-paleo-banana-bread-chocolate-chips/   Homemade peanut butter eggs: https://www.fitmittenkitchen.com/healthy-peanut-butter-eggs/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmittenkitchen/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fitmittenkitchen/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fitmittenkitchen/   Colleen's blog about macros: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/flexible-dieting/   Colleen's protein doughnut recipe: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/chocolate-protein-donuts/   The 5 Unskippable Steps To No Food Rules…And The 5 Most Common Missteps! https://nofoodrules.lpages.co/5-step-guide-to-food-freedom/

What to do when you don't feel like dinner is complete without something sweet, even if you're not actually hungry? What's your skincare routine, favorite workout, and the best agenda planner ever? In today's solo episode, Colleen is answering all of the burning questions that you've submitted lately, including which food rule she broke first…and if she recommends that you follow in her path. You'll learn about the link between your eating habits and the health of your hair and nails and what is realistic about that tantalizing desire to lose weight…can you really let it go overnight? Let's not forget about the secret of how Colleen handles stress. It isn't just a journal entry or a 5-minute meditation (although those are great): it's about identifying the root causes of your stress vs. just “managing” or trying to get rid of it.    Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/ Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Sponsor:   Use code NoFoodRules (all one word) for 15% off your order of Safe and Fair Granola (the Birthday Cake flavor is my fav!): https://www.safeandfair.com/discount/nofoodrules Episode Links:   Smoothing hair products I've been loving: Olaplex No. 3: https://amzn.to/3uvDGTQ Olaplex No. 4 & 5: https://amzn.to/3uvDGTQ Olaplex No. 6: ​​https://amzn.to/3RhZ2hp Revlon One Step Hair dryer:​​ https://amzn.to/3yj6vEi   How to get your hunger cues https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/how-to-get-hunger-cues/   Podcast episode about breaking my own food rules https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/best-podcast-to-stop-binge-eating-2/   Free Guide: Intuitive eating sounds great but...won't I just gain weight?! https://nofoodrules.lpages.co/weight-gain-guide/   Recipe for smoothie cereal: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/smoothie-cereal/   Recipe for air fryer tilapia https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/crispy-air-fryer-tilapia/   My favorite workouts: https://www.lesmills.com/us/workouts/fitness-classes/bodypump/   The best paper planner ever: https://amzn.to/3zL9pTd

Can you care about ev-ry-thing…without being so utterly exhausted that you cannot connect with your friends, family, or even yourself? Should you keep looking for the one magic bullet to life-hack your way 24/7…or is it time to design a system that will truly work for you, your values, and your real life? In this episode, we hang out with two-time New York Times best-selling author Kendra Adachi of The Lazy Genius. Kendra brings some caffeinated big-sister energy as we bid farewell to the “hot mess” badge of honor that plagues modern motherhood, and learn to answer for ourselves, “what matters to me, right now?”. What will you NOT get from this episode? Tips for doing it all. Instead, you'll get beautiful permission slip after permission slip to focus on what is uniquely important to you and to let the rest go, mess and all. Your system may not be sexy, but with Kendra's guidance, it will be sustainable.  Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/ Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links:   The Lazy Genius best-selling books: The Lazy Genius Way: https://amzn.to/3SiGsq2 The Lazy Genius Kitchen: https://amzn.to/3vz3LC1 The Lazy Genius Podcast Episode 200 The Lazy Genius Starter Kit https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/startkit   The Lazy Genius Collective Website: https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelazygenius/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelazygeniuscollective   The Lazy Genius nail polish trio collab with Olive and June: https://oliveandjune.com/products/the-lazy-genius-trio?_pos=1&_sid=bb638f1a6&_ss=r

If a banana had an ingredient list, would you be able to pronounce each item? Probably not! We may need to let this food rule go about “don't eat it if you can't pronounce it.”   For today's podcast episode, we meet Erin, better known as Food Science Babe. She has a degree in chemical engineering and is speaking with more than a decade of experience in the food industry. In this juicy episode, we'll dive right into the common myths that just because something is “natural” doesn't make it safer, the difference between correlation and causation (this IS a sciency episode, but she uses easy-to-understand analogies including sharks and ice-cream), and if we should actually prioritize superfoods…or organic. She'll explain the real reason that food manufacturers are adding preservatives to food products and if the dirty dozen is sharing useful information…or causing harm. You (and your grocery budget) and going to love this episode!   Join The SociEATy & Learn How To Eat Intuitively: https://members.colleenchristensennutrition.com/join/ Follow Colleen On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.food.rules/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ColleenChristensen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@no.food.rules?lang=en   Episode Links:   Connect with Food Science Babe: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/foodsciencebabe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foodsciencebabe/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foodsciencebabe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foodsciencebabe Tune into the podcast episode about food addiction: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/the-science-behind-a-sugar-addiction-feat-ophelia-rodriguez/   Blog post about food addiction: https://colleenchristensennutrition.com/obsessed-with-food/