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Eating Habits for Life

Eating Habits for Life

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How Burnout Hijacks Your Eating Habits (And What to Do About It)

Aug 18, 202622 min

How to Stop Boredom Eating

Aug 11, 202616 min

When You Know You're Not Hungry, But Eat Anyway

Aug 4, 202616 min

7 Signs You're Relying on Willpower to Lose Weight

Jul 28, 202616 min

Why it's Hard to Stop Overeating Sweets in Healthcare (Plus 3 Steps to Stop)

Jul 21, 202622 min

How Do I Stop Thinking About Food? 3 Key Steps for Women in Healthcare

Jul 16, 202610 min

Emotional Eating Isn't a Weakness, Your Brain Thinks Discomfort Is Danger

Jul 14, 202616 min

No Time to Eat During Your Healthcare Shift? 5 Hidden Effects + How to Fix It

Jul 7, 202621 min

Mindset Shift I Used to Change my Relationship with Snacks

Jul 2, 20268 min

Yes, You Can Change Your Relationship With Food — Here's How

Jun 30, 202617 min

Urge to Overeat at Parties? Here's What to Do in the Moment

Jun 25, 20267 min

Why You Really Overeat at Parties & BBQs (And How to Stop)

Jun 23, 202611 min

Stress Eating Feels Like Stress Relief...But it's Not

Jun 18, 20267 min

The Biggest Misconception About Stress Eating Habits That Keeps You Stuck

Jun 16, 202621 min

What Most Women in Healthcare Get Wrong About Healthy Snack Habits

Jun 11, 202610 min

The Stories You Keep Telling Yourself About Your Eating Habits (& How to Change Them)

Jun 9, 202624 min

Perimenopause & Hormones Explained: What’s Actually Happening in Your Body, with Elizabet Genis PA-C

Jun 4, 202641 min

How to Break Nighttime Eating Habits After a Long Day in Healthcare

Jun 2, 202620 min

Mindset Shift for Perfectionists Feeling Stressed About “Perfect” Eating Habits

May 28, 20269 min

3 Tips for Healthy Lunch Habits for Women in Healthcare with a Busy Schedule

May 26, 202615 min

What Your Food Cravings Mean About You (This Will Shock You)

May 21, 20269 min

How a Change in Mindset Helps Break an Overeating Habit, for Women in Healthcare

May 19, 202626 min

How Self-Compassion Helps High Achievers Lose Weight

May 14, 20267 min

Your Emotional Eating Habit Isn't About the Food

May 12, 202620 min

It’s Not Just Calories: What, How Much, and When to Eat for Healthy Eating Habits and Body, with Elizabet Genis PA-C

May 7, 20261h 4m

Why Eating Habits and Weight Loss Goals Go Out the Window When Delicious Food is Around

May 5, 202612 min

Mindset Shift to Stop Starting Over Every Monday With Healthy Eating Habits

Apr 30, 20269 min

How to Stop Your Nighttime Snacking Habit (After Taking Care of Patients All Day)

Apr 28, 20265 min

4 Tips to Boost Consistency with Mindful Eating Habits as a Busy Healthcare Professional

Apr 23, 20265 min

A Simple Guided Exercise to Get Unstuck With Eating Habits and Weight Loss

Apr 21, 202612 min

What to do When You Crave Sweets After a Long Nursing Shift

Apr 16, 20264 min

One Easy Step to Weaken Bad Eating Habits Without Willpower

Apr 14, 202615 min

3 Mindset Shifts That Help My Healthcare Clients Lose Weight Without Willpower

Apr 7, 202613 min

Ep 2177 Sneaky Thoughts Keeping You Stuck in the Same Eating Habits

Your eating habits aren't the problem. Your thoughts about your eating habits are.Here are 7 of the most common ones I hear from women in healthcare — and the sneaky last one might surprise you.In this episode, I explain how your thoughts affect eating habits like emotional eating, overeating, and acting on impulse when you have food cravings.All of these, but especially the last one I share can fly completely under the radar and quietly sabotage your progress every single day. I also share a simple challenge you can try this week to start getting unstuck.In this episode you'll learn:Why your thoughts directly drive your eating behaviors (the simple science behind it)The 7 most common thoughts keeping you stuckWhy labeling yourself as having "bad" eating habits is making things worseHow one sneaky thought gives food power over you without you even realizing itA practical weekly challenge to build awareness and start changing your patternsThis episode is for you if:You're a woman in healthcare who feels like you know what to eat but can't seem to follow throughYou've tried willpower-based approaches and they keep failing youYou find yourself overeating after long shifts or stressful days and don't know whyYou want to understand the real reason your eating habits aren't changing___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mar 31, 202621 min

Ep 216This Physician Assistant Changed Her Eating Habits — Here’s What Happened Next

What does a day in the life of a woman in healthcare look like when food is finally no longer a struggle?In this episode we follow her from the moment she wakes up, to the moment her head hits the pillow.What she eats. How she feels. The mental freedom she has now that food no longer controls her.And then.... we go back. To where she started.The emotional eating after exhausting shifts. The stress eating. The restriction that always backfired.The rock bottom moment that changed everything.And at the end — you'll find out who she actually is.Topics covered:Emotional eating and stress eating as a woman in healthcareWhy calorie restriction and willpower always backfireWhat actually creates lasting weight loss without dietingHow thoughts and identity drive eating habitsWhat daily life looks like when food is finally no longer a struggleLosing weight without counting calories or following a meal plan✨While you're here, grab the NEW free 5-day private podcast + worksheets for your most direct path to weight loss without willpower.Made especially for women in healthcare.Access them below 👇🏼___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mar 24, 202627 min

Ep 215The Hidden Reason Weight Loss Isn't Sticking (The Identity Shift Women in Healthcare Need to Hear)

If you've tried every diet, every Monday restart, every willpower challenge — and the weight still isn't staying off — this episode is for you.The reason weight loss isn't sticking is because of who you believe you are around food, your identity you've been giving yourself.In this episode of Eating Habits for Life, I'm breaking down exactly why behavior change without identity change never lasts.And what the women who finally lose weight for good actually do differently.You'll learn:Why "I'm just someone who overeats" is keeping you stuckHow to start building a new identity around food one small moment at a timeWhy women in healthcare specifically struggle with this — and how to shift itThe two word phrase that cracks the door open to permanent changePlus a simple quick win you can try today — no willpower required.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mar 17, 202625 min

Ep 2145 Ways to Avoid Stress Eating While Working in Healthcare

If you’re a woman working in healthcare, you know how stressful long shifts, back-to-back patients, and endless charting can be — and how easy it is to reach for comfort food just to cope.In this episode, I share 5 ways to avoid stress eating while working in healthcare. I’ll teach you how to recognize true hunger versus your symptoms of stress, regulate your nervous system simply, and break habits that lead to overeating and impulsive snacking.Whether you’re a nurse, Physician Assistant, Doctor, or other healthcare professional, this episode will help you navigate stress in a way that doesn't impact your eating.And if it doesn't impact your eating, then you'll have an easier time losing weight without willpower. ___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mar 10, 202627 min

Ep 2135 Signs You CAN Stop Overeating at Night (Even if it Feels Impossible)

If you’re wondering how to stop overeating at night, especially after a long shift or stressful day in the hospital or office, this episode is for you.You’re capable all day. But at night, food feels harder.In this episode, I’m sharing 5 signs you can stop overeating at night, even if it feels impossible right now.We cover:Why your daytime eating is evidence you can changeWhy nighttime eating is a pattern (not a personality flaw)The thoughts keeping you stuckWhy you haven’t actually tried everythingFixing the real underlying cause, not the symptomIt's never about more willpower, the food, or you. It’s about solving the night pattern, so weight loss stops feeling like a battle.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mar 3, 202616 min

Ep 212You're Disciplined and Motivated, So Why Does Weight Loss Feel Hard for Women in Healthcare?

If you work in healthcare and feel like weight loss should be easier, this episode is for you.I break down why your high-pressure, high-responsibility days make food feel messy, overwhelming, and out of control, even when you’re disciplined in every other part of your life.You and I will chat about emotional eating, all-or-nothing thinking, decision fatigue, and why traditional dieting often backfires.I also share how to make weight loss easier by building steadiness, calm, and sustainable habits around food that actually fit your life.Plus, I explain how my 1:1 coaching program, Eat with Intention, helps women in healthcare stop the cycle and finally feel calm, confident and in control around food.Take the first step to explore how I can help you by booking a free consult below. 👇🏻___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Feb 24, 202620 min

Ep 211Mindful Eating During Busy Shifts, for Easier Weight Loss and More Energy

If you work long hours or juggle on-call weekends and you're feeling like food is an afterthought, impulsive, or mindless, this episode is for you.I’m sharing 5 practical steps to eat mindfully even when your schedule is chaotic—so you can feel calm, energized, and actually enjoy your meals.And have a MUCH easier time losing weight.You’ll also learn what to do when eating quickly or grabbing convenient food instead of eating mindfully (because let’s be honest, that happens and it’s totally normal).By the end of this episode, you’ll have simple tools to:Reduce overeating and emotional eatingSupport steady energy throughout your healthcare shiftStrengthen awareness of hunger and fullness cuesFeel calmer, more grounded, and mindful around foodPlus, I bust the biggest myth: mindful eating doesn’t mean “perfect” or “healthy” food.It’s about being present, connected, and intentional with what and how you eat, even during your busiest days.Whether you’re in healthcare or a similarly demanding field, this episode gives you realistic strategies you can use immediately to care for yourself while caring for others.Tune in and discover how small, mindful pauses can transform not just your eating, but your energy, focus, and confidence, during even the most tiring or stressful shifts.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Feb 17, 202619 min

Ep 210How to Enjoy Valentine's Day Chocolate Without Shame

Does Valentine’s Day chocolate feel fun, but also bring up a little inward groan?Despite being a chocolate-lover, it can bring up fear of overeating, guilt around sweets, and the pressure to “be good", especially if you have a sweet tooth and a history of dieting.In this episode of Eating Habits for Life, I chat about why chocolate feels so charged on Valentine’s Day, how restriction and fear actually drive overeating, and 4 simple steps to enjoy chocolate with intention instead of urgency.You’ll also learn what to do if you eat more chocolate than you wanted, without shame or starting over.This episode is for anyone who wants to feel calm, confident, and in control around chocolate, without relying on willpower.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Feb 12, 202615 min

Ep 2094 Steps to Feel in Control With Food After Work, for Women in Healthcare

Women in healthcare and similar roles are incredibly prone to losing control with food after work.This shows up as:Stopping for takeout on the way homeBinge eating snacks when you get homeOvereating at dinnerMindless snacking at nightAnd the reason for this, will surprise you.(Hint: It has something to do with your gifts rather than any flaws.)So tune in to truly understand:Why these eating habits occurWhat's making them worseWhat to do instead (that's COMPLETELY opposite of what you're doing now)4 steps you can start doing today to feel more in control with food after workMade with love for women in healthcare and similar care-giving or service-based roles. 🤍___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Feb 10, 202628 min

Ep 208Women in Healthcare: What's at the Root of Overeating and Emotional Eating

If you’re a woman in healthcare who holds it together all day but feels out of control around food, this episode is for you.In this conversation, I break down why overeating, emotional eating, cravings, and mindless snacking are a response to exhaustion, nervous system overload, beliefs and habit loops.You’ll learn what’s really happening in your brain and body, why food has become a source of relief, and why more self-control only makes the cycle worse.Most importantly, you’ll walk away with a mindset shift that replaces shame and frustration with something that actually supports change.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Feb 3, 202626 min

Ep 207Why Burnout Makes Food Feel Out of Your Control

You’re disciplined, capable, and productive, so why does food feel out of control when the day is over?In this episode, I'm breaking down how burnout affects your nervous system, hunger cues, and eating habits.And why stress eating, night snacking, and binge patterns show up even when you “do everything right.”You’ll hear what life can look like on the other side too.Where you’re still busy and high-performing (especially in healthcare careers or other demanding careers), but your body feels safe and food no longer feels urgent.I’ll also share one simple shift you can try today to immediately calm the urgency around food.And if you crave feeling calm, confident and in control around food, I can help you during a free consult -- book it below 👇🏼___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Jan 27, 202619 min

Ep 206Why Perfectionism Triggers the Binge–Restrict Cycle (Even When You’re Disciplined All Day)

You can be perfect all day... eating “right,” skipping snacks, controlling every bite... and then suddenly, food feels completely out of control.If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the kitchen at night, eating things you didn’t even want and feeling shame hit right after, this episode is for you.I break down how perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking quietly drive the binge–restrict cycle, what your brain is actually doing, and why being disciplined alone hasn’t worked.You’ll learn how to finally feel in control, satisfied, and at peace with food, without dieting, guilt, or constant willpower battles.Plus, I share how my Eat With Intention 1:1 coaching program helps high-achieving women, especially in healthcare and demanding careers, stop the cycle, release food shame, and build a healthy, lasting relationship with food.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Jan 20, 202619 min

Ep 205The Truth About Post-Holiday Weight Gain

You finally make it through the holidays… and then you step on the scale.The number is higher, and the familiar thoughts rush in: Why does this happen every year? Why can’t I control myself around food?In this episode of Eating Habits for Life, I talk about the truth of why post-holiday weight gain happens and why it has nothing to do with willpower or self-control.In this episode, I share:Why post-holiday weight gain feels so discouraging (and why it’s not your fault)How emotions and thoughts drive overeating and habit loopsWhy weight loss is still possible, even if you’ve been stuck for a long timeWhat it actually looks like to change eating habits without dieting or restrictionIf you’re tired of starting over after every holiday or vacation, and you want weight loss that feels supportive instead of punishing, this episode will give you clarity, relief, and a grounded way forward.I also share how I work one-on-one with clients inside Eat with Intention to build lifelong skills around eating, weight loss, and peace with food.I invite you to book a free consultation using the link below.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Jan 13, 202614 min

Ep 204Why You Reach for Sweets With Your Coffee (And How to Break the Habit)

Do you always reach for something sweet with your coffee, even when you don’t want to? A cookie, pastry, or chocolate bar that feels automatic, followed by frustration and the thought, “Why do I always do this?”In this episode of the Eating Habits for Life podcast, I'm unpacking why craving sweets with your coffee has nothing to do with willpower or self-control, and what’s actually driving this habit.You’ll learn how emotions, habit loops, and unhelpful thoughts fuel sugar cravings, emotional eating, and mindless snacking, especially during busy mornings or work breaks.If you’re trying to lose weight, eat healthier, or feel more in control around food (without restriction or dieting), this episode will show you how to break the coffee-and-sweets habit at the root. So weight loss feels easier and more sustainable.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Jan 6, 202612 min

Ep 203Probability vs. Possibility Mindset for Eating Habits and Weight Loss

In this episode of Eating Habits for Life, we’re diving into Probability Mindset vs. Possibility Mindset and how this single shift can completely change your relationship with food, your body, and your results.If you’ve ever thought:“I’ve tried before and it didn’t work…”“I’ll probably just fail again…”“I want change, but I don’t trust myself anymore…”This episode will help you understand why your brain keeps predicting the same outcomes, and how to stop letting your past define what’s possible for you.You’ll learn:What probability mindset is and how it quietly keeps you stuck with food and weightWhy “realistic” goals often protect you from disappointment, but limit real changeHow a possibility mindset opens the door to sustainable weight loss and peace with foodThe powerful questions that shift you from fear of failure to real momentumHow changing who you become matters more than forcing new actions with willpowerThis conversation goes beyond eating habits and weight loss. It’s about expanding what you allow yourself to want and showing your brain that this time truly can be different.✨ Plus, I share an important update about the future direction of this podcast and who it’s specifically being created for moving forward.If you’re ready to stop predicting failure and start exploring what’s possible, this episode is for you.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Dec 30, 202523 min

Ep 202The Guilt Trap: How Putting Everyone Else First Is Wrecking Your Eating, Energy, and Weight

Women are trained to put everyone else first, but over time, that self-neglect comes at a real cost.In this episode of Eating Habits for Life, I talk about how constantly prioritizing patients, clients, coworkers, and family can quietly impact your eating habits, stress levels, weight, and overall health and happiness.If you regularly skip meals during a shift, eat out of exhaustion at the end of the day, or feel guilty for taking a real break, this episode will help you understand why those patterns make sense, and why they’re not a self-control issue or a failure on your part.You’ll learn how chronic stress, burnout, and inconsistent nourishment create urgency around food, increase cravings, and make weight loss feel harder, especially for women working long hours.More importantly, we’ll talk about what actually helps, without adding more rules, restriction, or pressure.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What it really means to prioritize yourself without guiltWhy putting everyone else first often leads to emotional eating and food feeling urgentHow skipped meals, long shifts, and burnout impact hunger, cravings, and weightWhy guilt around self-care keeps you stuck in a cycle with foodHow caring for your body consistently (even in small ways) changes your eating naturally___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Dec 23, 202528 min

Ep 201The Future You Can Have When You Heal Your Relationship With Food

Find yourself thinking, "If I could stop overeating, I'd lose the weight I want to," or "It it weren't for frequent snacking, I'd lose that 10 lbs."? And then thinking it must be a problem of self-control, willpower or discipline? Here's the thing, it's not. It's just how your brain sees and uses food, and the eating habits that have formed from the consistency of that. The solution? Heal your relationship with food. In this episode of the Eating Habits for Life podcast, I share the future you can have when you heal your relationship with food. Plus, what that actually means.And I know you might have a fear of failure that's preventing you from moving forward, but I share why self-doubt and fear will always be there.... and why you shouldn't let that hold you back from achieving your goals of healthier eating habits and lasting weight loss.Listen in and see what's truly possible for you.___________💛 If this episode feels like it was describing you…I work 1:1 with women in healthcare through my coaching program, Lighter.It's designed to help you feel calm, confident, and in control around food — and lose weight without willpower.The first step is a free consult to explore what’s making food and weight loss hard, and see if working together is a fit.👉🏼 [Book My Free Consult]___________🎁 Not quite ready yet?Weight Loss Without Willpower is a free 5-day private podcast made specifically for women in healthcare.5 days that will completely shift your struggle with food and weight.5 short episodes + worksheets. Free. 👉🏼[Yes - I Want Access]---------------Other Links:Website: https://katemjohnston.comLinkedIn: Follow & Connect with MeInstagram: Follow & Connect with Me___________✨Helping women in healthcare lose weight without willpower, by break freeing from eating habits like overeating, stress eating, emotional eating, mindless snacking, and cravings.You'll feel at peace with food, confident in your body and lose weight sustainably....for life.*The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Dec 16, 202517 min