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S7 E92 Finding Freedom in Food Relationships with Melissa
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Today, we have the pleasure of introducing Melissa, a passionate holistic health and life coach who focuses on empowering teen girls and women to overcome their struggles with food and body image. Melissa's journey is filled with inspiring stories and practical wisdom, and she shares her personal experiences and the transformative strategies that have helped her and countless others. Join us this conversation that’s sure to offer valuable insights and tools you can use in your own wellness journey.
Curiosity Over Judgment: Replace judgment with curiosity to manage stress more effectively.
5-5-7 Breathing Technique: Practice this simple breathing exercise to calm your mind and body.
Investigating Root Causes :Understand and address the underlying causes of unhealthy eating habits.
Trauma Awareness: Recognize that trauma is about the body’s reaction and seek appropriate healing resources. Explore the benefits of chiropractic, massage, body work, breath work, and somatic work.
Building a Supportive Community: Emphasize the importance of community support in personal and professional growth
Recommended Books for Show Notes:
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van de Kolk
The Body Remembers by Babette Rothschild
Finding Freedom by Melissa, available on Amazon and her website www.free2bcoaching.com
Chapters
- 00:00 – Introduction and Welcoming Melissa
- 01:59 – Melissa's Journey and Passion for Helping Teen Girls and Women
- 03:47 – The Impact of Diet Culture and the Need for Change
- 05:13 – Starting the Conversation with Moms and Teens
- 06:11 – The Controlling Aspect of Food in Times of Chaos
- 07:04 – The Importance of Relationships with Food, Ourselves, and Nature
- 08:58 – Understanding the Influence of Diet Culture and Breaking Free
- 09:55 – Exploring Root Causes: Stress and Trauma
- 13:09 – Tools for Dealing with Stress: Curiosity, Breathwork, and Slowing Down
- 20:05 – Understanding Trauma and the Importance of Holistic Healing
- 26:02 – Melissa’s Book Finding Freedom and the Journey to Self-Acceptance
- 29:22 – Starting the Journey to Wellness: Curiosity and Self-Reflection
Where to find Melissa:
www.facebook.com/MelissaRohlfsCoach
https://www.instagram.com/free2b_coaching/ Book ~ "Finding Freedom"
Where to Find Robin:
📌 Instagram: @livelifebalancedwithrobin
📌 Website: www.livelifebalancedwithrobin.com
📌Get the Weekly Scoop https://live-life-balanced-with-robin.kit.com/scoop
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