Food is a vital source of fuel for our bodies, yet its transformation into energy can be hindered when our nervous system is in a state of fight or flight. Imagine having a tense conversation with a co-worker or family member; you might feel a knot in your stomach. This sensation indicates that your digestive system has temporarily shut down due to redirected blood flow. Once you feel safe again, your hunger returns, leading you to reach for quick, easily accessible snacks like chips, crackers, or ice cream—foods that rapidly provide glucose after hours of energy deprivation.
These quick fixes may satisfy immediate cravings, but they often consist of empty calories, leaving you feeling guilty for not consuming real, nourishing food. Understanding who you are when you eat involves recognizing these patterns and learning to navigate the fight or flight response, which we all experience at least once a day.
To consistently nourish your body and maintain energy reserves, it’s essential to provide your brain with a steady source of quality fuel. Join my 5-day Mindful Breathing Challenge to discover the power of breath and how to achieve an optimal digestive state—the parasympathetic state, also known as the rest and digest state. This approach will help you effortlessly gain energy and boost metabolism, paving the way for long-lasting healthy eating habits.
Through my Mind Body Transformation program—a 90-day journey—you’ll learn to rewire limiting beliefs that associate stress with weight gain, poor decision-making, and the repetitive guilt cycle of consuming empty calories. Decide who you want to be when you eat by scheduling a consultation, and discover steps to transform your relationship with food for a healthier, more fulfilling life.
