In today’s episode we’re answering a listener question about what strategies can be helpful when trying to choose your goals in the face of temptation. We are programmed to seek instant gratification over long-term progress and well being.
“Hi Elizabeth! I’m really enjoying your podcast and I’ve implemented a handful of the strategies you talk about. I’ve set some goals and identified a couple of big rocks. I’m getting more sleep and avoiding carbs in the early part of the day. Unfortunately, I’m still blowing it at night more often than I want. I remind myself of my goals, but in a moment of stress, frustration or boredom I just kinda think “oh I’ll do better tomorrow” and one little indulgence turns into 4 or 5 and then I go to bed feeling frustrated and defeated. Do you have any suggestions for how I can talk myself into being mentally tougher during this time of day?”
Discussed in the Episode:
How am I using my moments?
Did my choices today move me towards my goals or away from them?
Does this choice bring me lasting happiness or momentary happiness?
In today’s episode we’re talking about soda and sugar-sweetened beverages. We talk about the composition of soda and how it is designed to make us want more and more and we talk about the impact of that much sugar on our health and fat loss.
In today’s episode we take a closer look at the master fat loss hormone: insulin. We talk about how it turns off fat burning, how it impacts health, energy, hunger and cravings and how to know if you’ve developed insulin resistance. We’ll also talk about understanding fat loss in light of insulin resistance and what you can do to improve your body’s overall sensitivity to insulin.
So many of us embrace the wrong approach to fat loss. We are enticed by detoxes, quick fixes, food lists, meals plans, etc and we don’t ever really think about our anchor – what holds us back, what weighs us down and impedes our progress. The quick fix and food-centric approach often doesn’t address the root of the problem and therefore isn’t a viable solution!
In this episode we talk about how comparing ourselves to others can really impede progress. It can lead to paralysis and inaction or it can stroke our ego and prevent us from really striving for our full potential. We fall into this comparison trap when we compare our eating habits, our consistency, our bodies and our workouts to other people and really, nothing good can come from it!
