6. The Real Reason Why We Love Diets (and How to Let Them Go) with Chrissy Kirkman

There’s something nearly all of us love about being on a diet, and you may not have even realized it yet, but it’s this – Dieting often means not having to make your own decisions when it comes to food. Making decisions about what to eat, how much, when, where, and all the nuanced details in between can feel completely exhausting and overwhelming. And when decision fatigue kicks in, we get worried that we’re “not doing it right”. So if you’ve ever struggled to figure out WHY dieting feels so safe, or why you can’t help but try the newest plan your best friend told you about that’s supposed to help kick that last “X” amount of weight, then stick around. Because in today’s episode, I’m joined by Chrissy Kirkman, executive director of FINDINGbalance, and host of the Old School Food Freedom podcast, and we’re helping you navigate how to handle decision fatigue and menu planning when you’re no longer dieting. Topics we discuss in this episode include: How to decide what to eat when nothing sounds good Strategies you can use to simplify menu planning throughout the week Our favorite ways to reduce decision fatigue How to reconcile menu planning and intuitive eating (yes, you CAN do both!) Some next steps to help you let go of dieting and rediscover joy in eating Resources mentioned: Lasting Freedom Courses* Free ED Recovery Prayer Groups The Mix & Match Menu Planning Guide Nourishing Menus Workshop *Affiliate link Connect with Chrissy: Chrissy is the Executive Director of FINDINGbalance, the world’s leading Christian nonprofit ministry helping people repair their relationship with food and their bodies so they can live the abundant life they were created for. She also hosts the Old School Food Freedom podcast. A former participant in FINDINGbalance’s Lasting Freedom program, Chrissy has firsthand experience of the struggle faced by those battling food issues, and the courage it takes to seek help. No longer a captive of “diet culture”, she is passionate about sharing the truth she’s found and helping others find hope and tools to break free. Chrissy is a wife, bonus mom, and worship leader in Kansas City, Missouri. Instagram: @findingbalanceofficia Website: www.findingbalance.com Old School Food Freedom Podcast Apply to The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! Head to The Joy-Filled Eater Podcast website here for more about the show and to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list. Join our community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus. Connect with Brittany: Instagram Facebook