In a recent post, I urged you not to diet. In this week’s post, I wanted to share with you a story from one of my clients about ‘body shaming’- a major factor in what leads many of us to go on diets in the first place. In our work together, she is focusing on learning to love and appreciate the body she has, … [Read more...] about A Client’s Story on Body Shaming
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Take Dieting Off of Your New Year’s Resolution List
Congratulations! You’ve survived the holidays, rung in the New Year-albeit in an entirely bizarre and isolated way- and perhaps now you find yourself standing naked in front of a full-length mirror disgusted at the reflection staring back at you. The majority of us tend to overdo the festivities over the … [Read more...] about Take Dieting Off of Your New Year’s Resolution List
Mindful Eating Roadblock #5: Sneaking Food
This is a very important area to address, as there is a huge correlation between the phenomenon of sneak-eating and problematic relationships with food and body image. In the 20+ years that I’ve been working as a therapist specializing in disordered eating, I have not yet met one client who has made peace … [Read more...] about Mindful Eating Roadblock #5: Sneaking Food
Mindful Eating Roadblocks #2: Eating Without Enjoyment
Roadblock #2: Eating Without Enjoyment This is a topic that is dear to my heart. You see, my mother, Marion Kane, is a food writer. In fact, she was the Food Editor of two major Canadian newspapers for a total of 20 years. So while most kids spent their evenings playing outside, I was busy dining in the … [Read more...] about Mindful Eating Roadblocks #2: Eating Without Enjoyment