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Middleish: Episode 21- Coexisting with Halloween candy
Middleish: Episode 21- Coexisting with Halloween candy
Middleish: Episode 21- Coexisting with Halloween candy
Monday 26th October 2020
Struggling with Halloween candy overload? Tune in to 'Middleish' for tips on mindful management from Erin Green and Michael Gray.
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Get the buttons here!Taming the Halloween Candy Monster: Tips for Parents and Sweet Tooths Alike
We say, no, I can't have any at all, and I have this really hard line and I'm going to, you know, white knuckle it, and then it's that all or none right?
Halloween can be a delightful yet daunting time for parents. The real fright isn't the spooky costumes but the mountains of candy that come home with the little trick-or-treaters. In this episode of 'Middleish', hosts Erin Green and Michael Gray tackle the perennial problem of managing Halloween candy. Drawing from their personal and professional experiences, they offer practical advice for both parents and candy lovers who struggle to maintain balance during this sugary season.
Erin, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Michael, a personal trainer and nutritional coach, share relatable anecdotes about their own battles with Halloween candy. They discuss strategies for setting limits on children's candy consumption without turning it into a forbidden fruit. From teaching mindfulness to practicing impulse control, they provide actionable tips that can help make Halloween less about sugar overload and more about fun.
One of the key takeaways is the importance of de-emphasizing candy by making other aspects of life special. Whether it's enjoying the autumn harvest or finding joy in non-food activities, Erin and Michael stress the value of creating a balanced approach to treats. They also suggest practical solutions like cutting down the candy supply at home by sharing it with others or offering healthy snack alternatives.
This episode is packed with useful insights for anyone looking to navigate the Halloween candy conundrum more mindfully. If you're aiming to make this Halloween a bit less sugary and a lot more enjoyable, tune in to hear Erin and Michael's expert advice. You'll come away with a toolkit of strategies to help you and your family coexist with those tempting treats in a healthier way.