Episode 175: Surviving the Holidays: Conquering Sabotage and Criticism with Grace

The holidays can be tough when you're trying to stay on track with your health goals. From pushy relatives to unwanted comments about your weight, it can feel overwhelming to navigate these challenges. In this episode, I’m sharing how I handle sabotage and criticism from loved ones while staying focused on my health. I’ll explain why people might behave the way they do, how I set boundaries, and the practical steps I take to stay motivated. Whether it’s managing food-pushers or shutting down uncomfortable conversations, I’m giving you the tools to protect your peace this holiday season. Join me as we tackle these common holiday struggles and learn how to respond with grace. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs it.   Episode Highlights: How I identify sabotage and criticism during the holidays. My go-to strategies for setting boundaries and staying confident. Why some people feel threatened by your health goals and how to respond. Tips for managing emotional eating and triggers. Celebrating small wins and focusing on progress, not perfection.   Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly: Website | drshellymd.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/drshellymd Instagram | @drshellymd Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drshellymd Twitter | @drshellymd   About Dr. Alicia Shelly Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH.  Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014.  In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss,  where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, “Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''.   Resources: FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!) 👉 Click