If you’re someone who eats when you’re stressed, depressed or anxious, you’re not alone. According to psychiatrist Phillipa Hay,“Around once a week, one in 10 Australians engages in some form of emotional eating, binge eating or out-of-control eating,” Additional research… Continue Reading >
In our fast-paced world, burnout has become an all-too-common experience. Many people are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted, juggling numerous responsibilities while neglecting their own well-being. Recognising the signs of burnout can be the first step toward reclaiming your energy and… Continue Reading >
As a parent, it’s easy to get so caught up in managing everyone else’s needs that your own well-being takes a backseat. You might not even realise how much the stress of day-to-day life is weighing on you. Between juggling… Continue Reading >
Does this sound familiar? Have you ever found yourself staring into an empty packet of chips or tub of ice cream asking yourself “why did I do it” overwhelmed with guilt, shame and self-loathing? “Why can’t I stop binge eating?”… Continue Reading >
Many of my clients struggle to have a healthy relationship with food, they feel like they are constantly yo-yo dieting and sick of counting calories. You might be wondering, “well if I’m not watching my calories, how am I going… Continue Reading >
Being a mom is a full-time job that often leaves little room for self-care. The endless demands of parenting can make it easy to forget the importance of taking time for oneself. However, prioritising me-time is crucial for overall well-being…. Continue Reading >
In a world where the weight of life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, it’s essential to prioritize our mental health. Today, I want to share my personal journey of struggling with mental health, including body dysmorphia and contemplating suicide. Through this… Continue Reading >
For busy moms, it might feel like there is never any downtime, let alone time to eat. Moms are most likely to eat on the run, they have very little time to enjoy their own meals and often feel cheated… Continue Reading >
Sally is a 35-year-old working mother of two children. Over the past few months, she has been feeling increasingly stressed due to her workload at the office, the demands of parenting, and other personal challenges. She often feels anxious and… Continue Reading >
Easter is approaching and with all the excitement comes a lot of threats such as hot cross buns, Easter lunches, and easter eggs. Even though these treats can be fun, overindulging can often leave us feeling uncomfortable, bloated, cravings, and… Continue Reading >
Whether you’re single or in a relationship, Valentine’s Day can be stressful. And while it’s important to take care of your significant other, it’s equally if not more important to make sure you’re taking care of yourself! After all, you… Continue Reading >
Whether it’s your annual visit to grandma’s house or a holiday party, food is a big part of the season. Here are some tips for how to prevent emotional eating during the holiday season: The biggest challenge of holiday parties… Continue Reading >
The end of the year can be so exhilarating. jam packed with exciting events, Christmas shopping and catching up with friends and family that you might not have seen during the lockdown period. Sometimes this can feel slightly overwhelming. You… Continue Reading >
Fueling the Festive Spirit: A Holistic Guide for Working Moms to Conquer Fatigue and Embrace Year-End Celebrations As the festive season draws near, the air is filled with anticipation, glittering lights, and the promise of joyous celebrations. Yet, for the… Continue Reading >
As a young girl, I was brainwashed into diet culture and poor body image. I remember walking past the checkout counters in the grocery store, seeing the magazines, praising weight loss, or advertising a new miracle diet My environment compounded… Continue Reading >
The journey of motherhood is a beautiful and rewarding experience, filled with unforgettable moments and an abundance of love. Yet, it is no secret that the path of parenthood can also be laden with stress and challenges that can take… Continue Reading >
Are you sick and tired of raiding the fridge and pigging out, then hating yourself for doing so? Or maybe you eat out of boredom and you don’t know how to stop? Binge eating is when a person eats an… Continue Reading >
Do you manage to stick to a diet for a few weeks but then start going off track? Or Are you constantly moving from one diet to the next, struggling with overeating & feeling out of control? Maybe you are… Continue Reading >
May is fast approaching and happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there. We spend so many hours of our day feeling headless and, in the clouds, it’s no wonder why May has been dubbed “Mindful May” by many… Continue Reading >
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt ashamed of your reflection? Or hated your body? Or have you ever looked in the mirror and felt beautiful, confident and accepted? We can put so much emphasis on our outward… Continue Reading >
Life is tough, my darling, but so are you Stephanie Bennett Henry As Women we have shown endurance even in a very masculine society. We juggle home life, work finances, friendships etc. Very often, there is a lack of acknowledgement… Continue Reading >
It’s February, the month we celebrate love. We spend so much time loving and caring for others but sometimes we forget about extending that love to ourselves. When you get on a plane, they tell you to put your oxygen… Continue Reading >
With year-end functions and the festive season around the corner, there is a lot of anxiety around not binge eating. My client Mel was in a panic about how she was going to survive the festive season!! There are already… Continue Reading >
I know for many of us lockdown has been quite a challenge, not to say the least. And as a Victorian resident, I know exactly how frustrating lockdown can be. I understand how many people have felt down about their… Continue Reading >
Are you worried that someone is struggling with disordered eating or an eating disorder? While you can’t force a person with disordered eating to change, you can offer your support and encourage treatment. And that can make a huge difference… Continue Reading >
Facts about food cravings? I know that feeling too well, it’s 3pm and all of the sudden you have this overwhelming craving for something to pick you up and get you through the rest of the day. You have heard… Continue Reading >
Do you ever eat something and think later, ‘why did I eat that?’ We all do it! And it is usually unconscious… I have often caught myself in the pantry having one of those “oh well I’ve already messed up… Continue Reading >
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