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How to Make Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise with Michelle Segar
How to Make Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise with Michelle Segar
How to Make Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise with Michelle Segar
Wednesday 4th January 2023
Michelle Segar discusses sustainable changes in eating and exercise on 'The One You Feed'. Learn about conscious choices and the 'POP' decision tool.
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Having conscious awareness enables us to see what we're about to do and potentially to make a different choice: to feed the good wolf, the one that again represents what we aim to do.
Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of unhealthy eating and inconsistent exercise? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer chats with Michelle Segar, a leading expert in health behavior and motivation. Segar shares practical advice on how to make lasting changes in our health routines by being more conscious of our choices and motivations. She introduces the concept of the 'motivation bubble', which often leads to short-lived enthusiasm followed by a quick burnout.
To counter this, Segar suggests building a stable environment that supports our health goals, even when life throws us curveballs. One of the standout tools Segar discusses is her 'POP' decision tool, which stands for Pause, Oxygenate, and Proceed. This simple yet effective strategy helps clear your mind, allowing you to make choices that align with your long-term values rather than short-term impulses.
By taking a moment to pause and breathe, you can refocus on what's important and make what Segar calls the 'Joy Choice'—the perfect imperfect option that keeps you moving forward, even if it's not flawless. Segar also emphasizes the importance of reframing our relationship with exercise and eating. Instead of seeing these activities as chores or obligations, she encourages us to view them as opportunities to align with our deeper values and enjoy life more fully.
This shift in perspective can help make healthy habits more sustainable and enjoyable. If you're tired of starting and stopping diets or workout plans, this episode offers a refreshing approach to making real, lasting changes. Segar's insights on conscious awareness, value-based decision making, and creating supportive contexts provide a comprehensive guide to feeding your 'good wolf' and living a healthier, more balanced life.