Vicky Midwood
Vicky Midwood
S4 EP11: Getting Clarity On Food Confusion & Fear
S4 EP11: Getting Clarity On Food Confusion & Fear
S4 EP11: Getting Clarity On Food Confusion & Fear
Tuesday 28th November 2023
Vicky Midwood chats with Michelle Petties about overcoming food confusion, emotional eating, and finding clarity in your relationship with food.
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Michelle shares her 40-year journey of confusion about the purpose of food and the revelation that food is primarily fuel.
- Discussion on the influence of societal messages and emotional associations with food, particularly in children.
- Emphasis on questioning societal norms related to food consumption and evaluating the nutritional value of meals.
- Exploration of Michelle's transformative writing process as a tool for changing belief systems and redefining the relationship with food.
- Empowering message from Michelle, highlighting the possibilities of transformation and emphasizing that it's never too late to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
It is not about the food. It is about us getting connected to who we really are and not being afraid of feelings, not being afraid of emotions, understanding that's what makes us human. That's what gives us texture.
Ever felt like your relationship with food is a tangled mess of confusion and fear? In this episode, Vicky Midwood sits down with Michelle Petties, the dynamic speaker and author of 'Living Large: The Stories of a Food Addict'. They dive deep into the daily struggles we face with food, weight, and self-awareness. Michelle opens up about her 40-year journey to understanding the true purpose of eating, only finding clarity at the age of 60.
The conversation is a candid exploration of how societal messages and emotional ties to food shape our habits and self-perception. Michelle doesn't hold back on critiquing the food and diet industries, medical practitioners, and social media influencers for adding to our food confusion. She passionately discusses her workshops and TEDx talk aimed at helping others break free from these harmful narratives.
You'll hear about her transformative writing process that redefined her relationship with food, emphasizing the power of language in shaping our beliefs. Michelle leaves listeners with three thought-provoking questions to ask themselves before eating: 'If this food won't give me the body I want, why am I eating it?', 'Why this food now?', and 'Am I hungry or something else?'.
This episode is packed with insights and practical advice for anyone looking to transform their relationship with food and embark on a journey of self-discovery.