For a while, I operated under the assumption that I could criticize myself into a better version of my body. Previously, my internal monologue was a harsh coach,
I spent years believing the most common weight loss myth: that “less is always better.” In the past, I thought that if a 500-calorie deficit was good, a
I’ll be the first to admit that I spent years trapped in the “emergency” mindset of weight loss. I used to think that if I wasn’t suffering, I
For a long time, I lived and died by the number on the scale. I used to think that if the digits didn’t drop every single Monday morning,
For a long time, my social media feed was a source of constant “not-enoughness.” I used to follow accounts that promised “6-pack abs in 6 weeks” and focused
Initially, my relationship with mealtime was a rushed, secondary thought. I would often eat while standing over the kitchen counter, scrolling through my phone, or answering emails at
When I first encountered the concept of fasting, I associated it with extreme dieting or deprivation. My initial reaction was skepticism, thinking it was just another unsustainable health
For a long time, I lived and died by the number on the bathroom scale. Every morning, that little digital display held so much power over my mood
When I first heard the phrase “calorie deficit,” I’ll admit, I was skeptical. It seemed like just another buzzword that meant eating less and feeling hungry all the
Controlling hunger can often feel like a constant battle. I know I used to eat a meal, only to find myself rummaging through the pantry an hour later,
