How to Stop Criticizing and Start Listening to Your Body
How to Stop Criticizing and Start Listening to Your Body
Summer is coming up quick and I know many of us are in for a whirlwind! Schedules are chaotic and the swimsuits are out. This is either the perfect time to feel overwhelmed, OR it is a great time to flex those empowered eating skills! To equip you for the summer ahead, here's what we are doing:
This week on the Fuel Her Awesome podcast, we’re dropping a SUMMER SERIES!
SUMMER SERIES Episode #1: How to Become a Biofeedback Boss
SUMMER SERIES Episode #2: Nutrient Nerds: Micronutrients for Mental Mojo
SUMMER SERIES Episode #3: Should You Beat the Heat with MORE Salt? A Review on Sodium and Electrolyte Water
Today We’re Talking About Biofeedback
Biofeedback is essentially how your body talks to you. One of the most catastrophic parts about having food issues—whether it's disordered eating, a history of yo-yo dieting, or trying to control your body—is that these strategies disconnect us from our body’s natural signals. When we engage in these behaviors to control our body, we stop listening to it.
This disconnect creates a gap between our brain and our body, leading us to use food (or the lack thereof) to morph our body into what we want it to be, instead of what it needs to be.
Reconnecting with our body's biofeedback can help us make empowered and intuitive choices that support our well-being.
Questions to Ask Yourself
Here are some questions to help you tune into your body’s biofeedback:
How do I feel physically?
Am I experiencing any discomfort, pain, or tension?
Do I feel energetic, tired, or somewhere in between?
How do I feel emotionally?
Am I feeling stressed, anxious, happy, or calm?
Are there any emotions that seem to be affecting my physical state?
What is my hunger level?
Am I actually hungry, or am I eating out of habit, boredom, or emotion?
On a scale of 1 to 10, how hungry am I before and after eating?
How satisfied do I feel after eating?
Did I eat enough to feel comfortably full but not overly stuffed?
Was the meal satisfying in terms of taste, texture, and variety?
How does my digestion feel?
Am I experiencing any bloating, gas, or discomfort after meals?
How regular are my bowel movements?
What is my energy level throughout the day?
Are there times of the day when I feel more energized or more fatigued?
How do different foods or meals impact my energy levels?
How is my sleep quality?
Am I getting enough restful sleep?
Do certain foods or eating patterns affect my sleep?
How does my body respond to exercise?
Do I feel stronger, more flexible, or more balanced?
Are there any activities that cause discomfort or pain?
What are my cravings telling me?
Am I craving certain foods, and what might these cravings indicate?
Are my cravings linked to emotional states or physical hunger?
Am I drinking enough water?
How much water have I consumed today?
Am I experiencing any signs of dehydration, such as dry mouth or headaches?
How is my mental clarity and focus?
Do I feel mentally sharp and focused, or am I experiencing brain fog?
How do my eating patterns affect my cognitive function?
How is my skin, hair, and overall appearance?
Am I noticing any changes in my skin, hair, or nails?
Could these changes be related to my diet or hydration levels?
How do different foods make me feel?
After eating specific foods, do I feel energized, sluggish, or neutral?
Are there foods that consistently make me feel unwell?
takeaway
Taking care of your mental and physical health requires a proactive approach, much like maintaining a car. You wouldn't ignore your car's check engine light; similarly, don't ignore your body's signals.
By tuning into your biofeedback, you can make empowered choices that nourish your body and mind, leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Call to Action
Don’t forget to join our FREE Biofeedback Workshop!
Let’s become Biofeedback Bosses together this summer and embrace a more empowered way of eating and living.
This podcast is here to support you weekly, but it only scratches the surface. For more info on how you can become an empowered eater grab my FREE MASTERCLASS on how to become confident in your body without obsessing over food at jessbrownrd.com. Don’t forget to join me right here next Monday… where I can’t wait to fuel your awesome.
Cheers, and happy eating!
