Enjoying Food And Staying Balanced During The Holidays With Ali Shapiro

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In this episode of Sisters in Sobriety Sonia and Kathleen are joined once again by Ali Shapiro a health coach speaker and creator of the transformative Truce with Food program Ali s approach integrates emotional storytelling to help people heal their relationships with food their bodies and themselves A returning guest Ali also hosts the popular podcast Insatiable where she delves into the psychology of cravings and the broader narratives around food and body image Today Ali Sonia and Kathleen tackle timely topics around food belonging and self-awareness during the holiday season How do cultural narratives around food shape our holiday habits Can traditions and modern health wisdom coexist In this episode Ali shares her insights on balancing enjoyment and nourishment during celebrations navigating holiday pressures and redefining emotional safety in family dynamics With key questions like What role does food play in our sense of connection and How can we honor our health while participating in long-standing traditions this discussion offers a fresh perspective on holiday wellness They get into actionable strategies for balancing blood sugar managing holiday expectations and identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating Key takeaways include understanding the physiological impact of food choices the importance of timing meals to avoid cravings and the role of belonging in emotional eating With insights into how traditional cuisines naturally align with our seasonal needs Ali provides a roadmap for mindful eating and resilience during this festive yet often challenging time Ali opens up about her personal journey including how family traditions like her grandmother s fenugreek tea remain a source of comfort and connection Through stories of her clients experiences she illustrates the delicate balance of maintaining emotional intimacy while setting boundaries during the holidays With heartfelt examples of how small thoughtful shifts can transform holiday dynamics this episode is a blend of practical advice and deep personal reflection This is Sisters in Sobriety the support community that helps women change their relationship with alcohol Check out our Substack for extra tips tricks and resources Time-Stamped Highlights 00 00 00 Introduction of Ali Shapiro and her work 00 01 13 Overview of Ali s previous episodes and themes 00 02 00 How cultural narratives around food have shifted over the decades 00 03 23 Discussion of body positivity and the physiological effects of sugar 00 05 02 Strategies for avoiding extreme diets and quick fixes 00 06 23 How food symbolizes connection and emotional belonging 00 07 10 Ali shares her grandmother s fenugreek tea tradition 00 09 27 Reconciling cultural food traditions with modern health narratives 00 11 24 The importance of meal timing and balanced blood sugar 00 12 50 Managing holiday expectations and body image pressures 00 15 24 How to discern personal values for the holiday season 00 16 49 Connecting food and movement to resilience and mood 00 19 13 Recognizing physiological feedback from food choices 00 20 18 Differentiating waves of belonging and building emotional safety 00 22 40 Client stories Finding connection amidst family challenges 00 24 51 Holding emotional complexity Flexibility in relationships 00 26 22 Reflections on the Tao Te Ching and embracing adaptability 00 27 00 Cultivating self-authored belonging and emotional capacity 00 28 30 The role of compassion in breaking generational patterns 00 29 00 Closing remarks and teaser for part two LinksGet In Touch With Ali – Stop the quick fix cycle free session Free breakfast experimentTruce with Food group programSisters In Sobriety Substack – find more tips tricks resources and communitySisters In Sobriety EmailSisters In Sobriety InstagramKathleen s Website Kathleen does not endorse any products mentioned in this podcastKathleen s Instagram Click here to visit this podcast episode

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