Feeling Our Way Through Emotional Eating

Feeling Our Way Through Emotional Eating

The fastest way to freedom is to feel your feelings – Gita Bellin I’ve been exploring a new approach as part of my coaching program—tuning into the shifting emotions within my body. Sometimes, I feel nothing at all. Other times, an emotion feels like a heavy...
The Joy of Eating: Lessons from a Silent Retreat

The Joy of Eating: Lessons from a Silent Retreat

I recently returned from a five-day silent retreat, and while there’s so much I could say about the experience, I want to start with what is near and dear to my heart—the food, of course. And not just the food itself, but the experience of eating—more specifically,...
Overthinking Food, Influencers and Intuition

Overthinking Food, Influencers and Intuition

The first time I remember truly “overthinking food” was when I became a parent. Even as a dietitian trained to separate fact from fear, I felt conflicted. What type of formula is best? Organic or conventional? Homemade or store-bought? And don’t get me started on the...
Coffee, My Beloved: A Ritual and a Rant

Coffee, My Beloved: A Ritual and a Rant

As I write this newsletter, I’m immersed in one of my most cherished rituals—a part of the day I covet and protect. It includes my red robe, my dog, quiet, a good book, and, of course, my 16 ounces of black coffee. No more, no less. If I drink an ounce over or under,...